中村 麻矢 Maya Nakamura

中村 麻矢 Maya Nakamura

Deer Hunter and Editor

Bio

I work as a female hunter in Hiroo Town and love to harvest natural ingredients such as wild vegetables and mushrooms.

Message

I live in a small town with a population of about 6​,​500 people completely surrounded by nature and hence many deer. I moved here at the age of 30 and spent my time hunting and working as a writer. I would love for you to see​,​ hear​,​ and feel the flora and fauna of Hokkaido with me.

Guide Q&A

Q: What is your most memorable experience in nature?

I don't have one memorable experience. Every day is impressive, and there is never a day that is empty. The scenery you see differs depending on who you're hiking with, creating unique moments all the time.

Q: What does nature represent to you?

That every day is different, and that it's a reflection of myself.

Q: What has nature taught you?

The fun and importance of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Even though it's the same mountain, it's important to see different expressions every day.

Q: What do you hope that people will get out of experiences with you as a guide?

That they learn about deer, environmental issues, and food. I would be happy if we can enjoy the beauty of Hokkaido and learn to embrace the natural world together.

Highlights

Gourmet Writer Obtained hunting license at 27 Language: Japanese

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