Our Team

Masato

Guide / Founder

He was born and raised in Hagi and has a deep passion for his hometown. He has experience working in national and municipal tourism departments, a DMO, and as a mountain guide in Canada. With strong connections to local stakeholders, he excels in delivering engaging tours and developing unique travel experiences.

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Kumiko

Guide / General Manager

Born and raised in Yamaguchi Prefecture, where Hagi is located, she has a strong connection to the region. She has extensive experience working at Tokyo Disneyland and in the restaurant industry, with excellent communication skills. She also has experience living in Canada, where she worked as a bartender and interacted with travelers from around the world.

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Miyuki

Guide

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Megumi

Guide / Marketing & Sales

Originally from the Tokyo, she has lived in both Malta and Canada, where she worked at a tour company and a café, and also has experience in real estate sales; known for her bright personality, she is highly regarded by both customers and colleagues.

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Kenji

International Business Development

Originally from the Tokyo area, he began his career as a tour guide in Japan before founding his own tour company in Banff, Canada in 2006, gaining extensive experience in the North American travel market – particularly with Canadian travelers – and now leads the development of overseas markets for Discover HAGI Tours, connecting international visitors with authentic rural Japan.

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