Kanna was born in Kanagawa Prefecture.
She felt a sense of connection to Hokkaido because her family had told her that her maternal ancestors had worked at a steel mill in Muroran and that her paternal ancestors had been involved in the fishing industry in Hokkaido.
She studied Japanese literature, subculture, and culture at a university. She enjoyed learning about Japan’s unique religious perspectives, the literature that developed from them, and the trends in subculture.
While working as an administrative assistant in Tokyo, she visited Hokkaido several times and became captivated by its charm. Determined to work in the tourism industry, she moved to Hokkaido and joined Hokkaido Takarajima Travel.
Having graduated from the Faculty of Letters at university, one of her strengths is to enjoy stories behind them.
She believes that Hokkaido has a unique charm that sets it apart from Tokyo in many ways, including its nature, food, and cuisine. Summers are cooler than in Tokyo, and you can enjoy the snow in winter. Furthermore, since the region underwent full-scale settlement during the Meiji era about 150 years ago, the history of the pioneers blends with that of the indigenous peoples to create a unique culture. You can also enjoy local cuisine, such as seafood and Genghis Khan-style grilled lamb. Your trip will be a fascinating experience.
●WHY I LOVE WORKING IN TRAVEL:
That’s because travel is a way to experience something beyond the ordinary. Through encounters with foods, places, and people she would never come across in her daily life, her senses and emotions have been deeply stimulated. Of course, the trip itself is enjoyable, but she is so excited even before she sets out, and long after the trip is over, she can look back on the experience time and again as a cherished memory. It has become one of those experiences that help her enjoy life even more.
●Her favorites:
What she loves about Hokkaido is the beautiful scenery and food.
Since the full-scale settlement of Hokkaido began about 150 years ago, Sapporo’s city layout is grid-like—both practical and beautiful. She also seems to love the fact that, as you walk through downtown Sapporo, buildings that reflect the history of settlement—such as the Clock Tower, the Red Brick Building(Former Hokkaido Government Office Building), and the Beer Garden—are dotted throughout the city, giving it a distinct sense of history. She also loves Hokkaido’s abundant nature. As for food, the seafood here is delicious, so she enjoy salmon and herring sashimi, dried salmon, and other dishes, as well as Genghis Khan-style grilled lamb.
