Hi, I’m Shohei
Hi, I’m Shohei
I’ve lived in Nagasaki for 18 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am an ESL teacher
Hey there! I'm Shohei, your easygoing and curious host through the resilient heart of Nagasaki. This city, with its profound history of rebirth and cultural diversity, is where I've spent 19 wonderful years learning the true value of reconstruction and resilience. I'm deeply moved by how my grandparents' generation meticulously rebuilt Nagasaki, teaching me the importance of rearranging life's pieces with care and pride. You'll often find me in the tranquil aisles of the Nagasaki City Library, lost among 400,000 books. As a Nagasaki aficionado, I thrive on sharing the whys and wheres of our religious and historical sites, offering a stroll through our streets where every corner tells a story, and there's never a fear of missing out. Join me, and let's uncover the layers of Nagasaki together, with laughter and thoughtful conversations along the way.
My knowledge & interests
Literature
Arts
History
Culture & customs
Music
Street food
Local cuisine
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Religious history
Classical architecture
Wine
Whiskey
Third wave coffee
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Gourmet food
Vegetarian food
Traditional drinks
Japanese sake
Painting
Bookstores
Landscape photography
Wildlife photography
Jazz music
Rock music
Blues music
Folk music
Soul music
Funk music
Indie music
Oppression of Hidden Christians
My reviews
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I always think that when you come away having a good time and loving a city despite bad weather like the pouring rain we had today it’s a memorable experience We saw the historic Nagasaki and the young Nagasaki and the ethereal Nagasaki
read full reviewMarch 2024