Setouchi Ambience

A challenge from age 50: Why I decided to start hosting Airbnb experiences in Naoshima

As I approached 50, I began a new challenge as a guide on Naoshima. I documented my journey, including my experience working at Benesse House Museum, my connections with artists, and how my work on the YouTube channel "Setouchi Ambience" led to my Airbnb experience.

Challenge from 50

Mount Tsurugi | Climbing again in search of frost | What about the risk of bears? Latest report (November 20, 2025)

On November 20, 2025, we successfully photographed frost on Mount Tsurugi. We will introduce in detail the weather conditions predicted by windy and GPT, night hikes, the risk of encountering bears, and the latest hiking route information.

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- A new challenge starting at age 40 - Vol.4: The world I saw while working in Naoshima - Where English and art intersect

The days I spent working at the Benesse House Museum in Naoshima. The experience of speaking in English with visitors from all over the world and being captivated by contemporary art. What was the new determination that led me to "work overseas"?

My Story / Turning Point in Life

- A new challenge that began at age 40 - Vol.3: The day I decided to work in Naoshima - A turning point to a job where I use English

After six months of self-studying English, he took on the challenge of working at the Benesse House Museum in Naoshima at the age of 38. This is the story of his determination to choose "experience using English" over full-time employment.

My Story / Turning Point in Life

There have been no bear-related injuries in Shikoku. - As of 2025, safe mountain climbing with zero injuries -

While bear-related injuries are on the rise in Honshu, there have been no reports of bear encounters or injuries at Mount Tsurugi in Shikoku as of 2025. Based on my experience hiking on October 16th and 17th, I would like to share the appeal of safe mountain travel.

Video shooting diary

I introduced new photography equipment. - Searching for the ideal tripod that allows me to take photos independently while walking -

Capture stable footage even while walking. The KraftGeek JustTap Tripod and K&F Concept Magnetic Mount Base make your DJI OSMO POCKET 3 MagSafe compatible. This set is perfect for shooting on rainy days when your hands are full.

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- A new challenge starting at age 40 - Vol.2: Between English and manufacturing - Finding my role at a large company in the prefecture

I spent a year and two months working for a listed company in Kagawa. As a temporary employee, I revamped the recruitment page and continued to study English. When my employment was terminated, I decided to study on my own for six months using the official TOEIC practice book.

My Story / Turning Point in Life

A hidden station surrounded by thunder and mist | Walking around Tsubojiri Station in the summer

Thunder roars, fog rolls in, and the sounds of rain and wind echo through the deserted Tsubojiri Station. This ASMR video captures the power and tranquility of nature at this remote station in the mountains of Shikoku. Experience the pristine scenery of Japan in the summer.

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Even in Kagawa Prefecture, heavy rain is forecast, but it doesn't rain! - What is the "topography that avoids rain" unique to the Seto Inland Sea?

Even when heavy rain is forecast, Kagawa is the only place that doesn't receive it - the reason lies in the Shikoku Mountains. Kagawa is known as a prefecture with little rain, so we'll introduce the topography and climate of the prefecture, as well as the "days waiting for the rain" that we experienced while filming.

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Shoes that don't let footsteps on rainy days

I wanted to deliver the sound of rain in high quality - this is the record of my continued search for "silent shoes." I will introduce the waterproof shoes I actually tried out for ASMR filming, including rain shoes and shoe covers.

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