Name: Hiroko Saegusa Age: 21 (University Student) Occupation: University student (on long break) Overview: A natural-born adventurer traveling across Japan by hitchhiking. She enjoys haphazard trips without a set destination. She funds her travels by dipping into savings and taking short-term part-time jobs she finds along the way. Friendly by nature, she graciously accepts the kindness of others. She loves rural scenery and meeting new people. Likes Adventure & New Encounters: Thrilled by unknown lands and conversations with unique people. Rural Japan: Quiet mountain areas, pastoral landscapes, and old townscapes. Part-time jobs while traveling: Doesn't mind them because they offer unique experiences and local interaction. Local Delicacies: Regional cuisine, sake, and local street food. Camping & Nature: Doesn't mind sleeping in a tent. Dislikes City Bustle: A bit uncomfortable in crowds. Boredom: Staying in one place for too long isn't in her nature. Insects (especially large ones): Occasionally screams during camping.