Caroline

Live music and hiking enthusiast

  • I live in Sapporo
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host

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Caroline

Hi, I’m Caroline, a music-loving, hiking enthusiast who loves soup curry and local history, I've called Japan home since 2018. I've lived in both Sapporo and Osaka, and I know the ins and outs of both cities, so whether you're looking for hidden scenic spots, live music venues, or spicy food gems, I've got you covered.

I speak Japanese fluently and work in fully Japanese-speaking environments when I'm not tour-guiding, which means I can unlock real local experiences that most visitors miss. I’m also passionate about animals, love going on day hikes, countryside trips, rollercoasters, and I get around on rollerskates when I can!

Before moving to Japan, I studied literature at university and worked in publishing, then transitioned into the charity sector, where I supported people experiencing homelessness, something I still care deeply about and volunteer for in Japan.

I'm a massive music nerd, a drummer, bassist, and I dabble in making electronic music too. I’m always tuned into the local live music scene, from jazz to noise and everything in between. If there's an interesting gig happening, I’ll know about it.

I'm also fascinated by Japanese and Ainu history, especially the unique stories of Hokkaido, and I love sharing those insights on walks and day trips. Whether you're here for culture, nature, music, or just great local food, I’d love to show you a different side of Japan.

Let’s make your trip unforgettable :)

  • I live in Sapporo
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host

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Reviews

Edwin
23 July 2025
Caroline did an excellent job. The guides were friendly, patient, and willing to answer any questions. The tour was fun and informative.Edwin's review of hotspots and hidden gems tour
Sebastian
26 June 2025
Caroline was a wonderful tour guide. She was open to all of my questions and answered all very well! The tour was really interesting and we saw most of downtown of Sapporo. I can recommend this tour highly to everybody, staying in Sapporo.Sebastian's review of walking tour
Joanne
28 April 2025
Caroline is genuinely interested in the people of Sapporo and the history of the area. My walking tour with Caroline was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, we covered a range of areas and subjects along the route and I highly recommend her walking tour for your introduction to Sapporo.Joanne's review
Stephenie
27 April 2025
Caroline did a great job mixing information about the location and also put things in context. we visited some places I wouldn’t have expected, including a museum about local indigenous culture, and I found that all very helpful to understanding Sapporo.Stephenie's review of the Sapporo Walking Tour
Vernon
26 April 2025
Caroline was great! She was super knowledgable on the history and I was really impressed with her ability to give historical context that isn't known or willing to be spoken about by many. I was very pleased with the tour and her ability to contextualize and adapt.Vernon's review of Sapporo Walking Tour
Ilse
25 April 2025
I really enjoyed the tour. It was very nice and insightful, also considering information that normally you won’t get in a tour about the history and customs of people. Very kind, interesting and niceIlse's review of Sapporo Walking Tour

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