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① Haru (ハル)
20 years old, University student, Intern
About Haru
A third-year student studying literature in Tokyo, Haru is a quiet, passionate soul with a love for writing. Growing up in Nagano, he’s inspired by nature and loves finding words that resonate deeply. Though shy around others, he’s serious about his craft.
Connection with Travel
Haru started interning at a web media company focused on rural areas and quickly fell in love with the stories and landscapes he discovered. He now feels fulfilled by capturing memories through travel. Recently, he’s started combining his writing with photography in his essays.
Daily Life
When he’s not in class, Haru writes in cafés and libraries. He enjoys visiting hidden spots recommended by locals while traveling. Though a bit nervous about solo trips, his curiosity always wins out.
② Souta
28, Sales Rep
About Him
Friendly and easygoing, Souta works at an M&A firm in Tokyo and is well-liked at work. He’s been living with his girlfriend for three years and has a serious sweet tooth—he knows all the best dessert spots.
Travel Style
Thanks to frequent business trips, Souta loves checking out local eats and hot springs. He shares highlights on social media with “#ソウタビ” (“#Soutabi”), gaining fans along the way. Lately, he’s also into hot spring reviews—his girlfriend’s a big fan.
Weekends
He and his partner enjoy “reward trips” on weekends, favoring cozy ryokan or stylish hotels over business ones.
⑦ Takumi (Dad) & Yuzuha (Mom)
In Their 30s, Parents of Yu (8) & Mio (5)
Personality & Background
Takumi is a logical consultant, while Yuzuha is a creative freelance designer. Different in style but united in values, they both love showing their kids the world through travel.
Connection to Travel
They let their kids lead the way on trips—Yu loves trains, and Mio is drawn to flowers and animals. Their adventures are shared on their SNS account “Family Travel × Discovery,” with over 10,000 followers.
Daily Life
Their home is filled with travel photos and artwork. The family often travels by train or car, with the kids helping navigate. Weekends are spent planning their next adventure together.
① ハル（Haru）
20歳・文学部大学生・インターン
性格・背景
静かな情熱を内に秘めた大学3年生。東京の国際系大学で文学を学びながら、長野の自然に育まれた感受性を活かして文章表現を磨いている。人前では控えめだが、心に響く言葉を見つけることに真剣。
旅との関わり
地方の魅力を伝えるWebメディアでインターンを始めたのをきっかけに、取材先で出会う人々の人生や風景に魅了される。はじめは緊張しながらも、次第に「旅を通して誰かの記憶を残す」ことにやりがいを感じるように。最近は一眼レフを買い、写真と文章を組み合わせたエッセイ制作に夢中。
日常
講義の合間に図書館やカフェで執筆。旅先では地元の人に聞いた隠れた名店を訪れるのが密かな楽しみ。まだ一人旅に不安もあるが、それ以上に好奇心が勝つタイプ。
② ソウタ（Souta）
28歳・営業職
性格・背景
明るくて親しみやすい性格で、誰とでもすぐに打ち解けられるタイプ。都内のM&A仲介会社で働く営業マンで、社内でも信頼が厚い。恋人とは交際3年目で、都内で同棲中。プライベートでは甘党で、スイーツの店も詳しい。
旅との関わり
出張の多い仕事を活かし、各地のグルメや温泉を巡るのが息抜き。旅先での美味しいものや風景をSNS「#ソウタビ」に記録しており、社内外でファン多数。実は温泉マニアの彼女に影響されて、最近は“泉質レビュー”も始めている。
日常
週末は恋人と「ご褒美旅」。ビジネスホテルではなく、雰囲気の良い旅館やホテルを選ぶのがこだわり。
⑦ タクミ (父) ＆ユズハ (母)
30代・子育て家族（ユウ8歳、ミオ5歳）
性格・背景
タクミは外資系コンサルで論理派。ユズハはフリーのグラフィックデザイナーで柔らかな発想力が持ち味。対照的な夫婦ながら価値観は共通しており、「子どもに多様な世界を見せたい」という思いで旅を大切にしている。
旅との関わり
旅先では「親が教える」より「子どもが発見する」ことを重視。ユウは鉄道オタクでダイヤや形式にも詳しく、ミオは花や動物に興味津々。夫婦のSNS「家族旅×発見」はフォロワー1万人超。
日常
家の壁は旅先の写真や絵でいっぱい。移動は基本車か鉄道で、子どもたちにナビを任せる場面も。週末は次の旅の旅程を考えるのが家族の楽しみ。