Raphaël is a private guide based in Japan, where he has lived for several years with his Japanese family. Born in France and shaped by long stays across Europe, North America, Oceania, and Asia, he brings a quietly cosmopolitan perspective rooted in lived experience, proximity, and long-term cultural immersion. Also fluent in several languages, he moves naturally between cultures and ways of seeing.

He specializes in bespoke walking experiences that explore history, craftsmanship, architecture, gastronomy, social practices, and the rhythms of daily life, with particular expertise in Kanazawa and the Hokuriku region. Drawing on a background in high-level hospitality, performance, and entrepreneurship, Raphaël places emphasis on timing, tone, and discernment, crafting experiences that unfold organically rather than follow a fixed script.

His guiding style is thoughtful and measured, favoring nuance over display. Those who walk with him value his ability to illuminate Japan’s cultural layers with clarity and restraint, creating encounters that feel both intimate and intellectually engaging.