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Hello:) I'm 32yo Japanese who lives in New Zealand since end of 2022. I love travelling all over the world and learning different cultures, foods and people's life style. I have traveled 25+ countries in the past 10 years. I'm using this service to share some beautiful moments and to encounter something new thing and broaden my horizons. Here is a little bit about myself below. The city I was born and grown: Osaka, Japan The city I live now: Auckland, New Zealand Personality: I could be a bit shy but I love socializing. Indecisive and curious. I enjoy: cooking, going for a walk, surfing, ukulele, learning Spanish and French, the sun, the sea, yoga, hiking, occasional junk foods, socializing, my own time I like: movies, travel, the summer, the moon, coffee, spicy foods, sea foods, veggies, fruits, being healthy, waking up early favorite cuisines: Asian, Mediterranean, Sri Lankan/Indian Curry Thank you. Chiaki
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