Software Engineer

Justen Jiang

Born in New York, United States. I am currently a student pursuing a Bachelor's in Computer Science at Rochester Institute of Technology. During my studies, I joined Yatra Inc. as a Software Engineering Intern, where I help maintain and optimize the company's web platforms. Outside of work and school, I enjoy playing volleyball and badminton, collecting Pokémon, and traveling. I’ve visited South Korea, Japan, and many states across the U.S. I recommend checking out Sea Paradise at Hakkejima—it's an incredible aquarium!

DX Project Manager

Shuhei Horie

Born in Owariasahi City, Aichi Prefecture. After my sophomore year, I took a gap year for a working holiday in Canada that grew into a trip around the world, visiting over 30 countries. Back in Japan, I learned programming at the engineering school 42Tokyo. I now drive AX/DX at Yatra Inc., applying AI and programming to digitalize operations in the inbound tourism sector. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Azerbaijan and the Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia (overseas) and the Notsuke Peninsula in Hokkaido (domestic).

Travel Designer

Gegee Otgonbayar

"Gegee" actually translates to “Ray of Sunshine”! Born and raised in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, that ray of sunshine mentality is how I approach all the travel I plan (my one and only goal is to keep you smiling during the duration of your trip). My background includes ten years of Russian-language education and a Bachelor's degree in Media and Communications from a university in Budapest, Hungary. During my studies, I worked as a tour guide and a content creator/editor while exploring more than 40 cities across 13 countries in Europe. Those experiences taught me how to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and transform unfamiliar destinations into memories of a lifetime. I am fluent in Mongolian, English, and Russian, and am currently learning Japanese after my relocation to the wonderful metropolis that is Tokyo. Look out for my global perspective, cross-cultural communication skills, creative mindset, and experiences as a travel designer!

Travel Designer

Nadia Rahma Andriati

Born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia. I came to Japan at 18 to study Environmental Sciences, spending my university years in the mountains of rural Kyushu. That experience sparked my passion for off-the-beaten-path destinations. After graduating, I worked at a Tokyo-based Japanese DMC specializing in luxury travel, guiding clients to those same lesser-known places. Now, as a Travel Designer at Yatra Inc., I share Japan's charm with travel enthusiasts around the world and build lasting memories. In my free time, you'll find me strength training or sparring MMA at the gym, or cooking at home. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Sulawesi Island, Indonesia (overseas) and Itsukushima (domestic).

Travel Designer

Kiyomi Hirama

Graduated from Tohoku College of Foreign Languages & Tourism. After working holidays in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, I worked as a bus tour conductor across Japan, then relocated to the United States to join a tour operations company in San Francisco. I made two cross-country road trips across the U.S. After having a child, I returned to Japan to raise my family in the countryside. I now work as a Travel Designer at Yatra Inc. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Udhagamandalam (Ooty), India (overseas) and the Goishi Coast in Iwate (domestic).

Travel Designer

Weisheit Theresa Maria

Born and raised in Germany. I completed a double-degree Master's in International Business at Rikkyo University (Japan) and the University of Tübingen (Germany). Living in Germany, New Zealand, and Japan, along with international work experience, gave me a global perspective and a love of connecting with people across cultures. In 2026, I joined Yatra Inc. as a Travel Designer, crafting tailor-made journeys that let travelers experience Japan beyond the usual tourist trail. I have visited over 17 countries and 23 of Japan's 47 prefectures. Some of my memorable travel destinations include New Zealand (overseas) and Yakushima (domestic).

Travel Designer

Juan Sebastian Lopez

Originally from Colombia. After exploring much of my home country, I moved to Lille, France, in 2018 to earn a master's degree specializing in Japan-related studies. I spent about seven years living and working in France while traveling widely across Europe. In 2025, I fulfilled a lifelong dream of moving to Japan, and I'm now studying the language while experiencing daily life and culture here. Today, I work as a Travel Designer at Travel Japan Together, crafting journeys that share Japan's rich diversity with each of our guests. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Spain (overseas) and Tokyo and Shimanto (domestic).

Media

Ann

Graduated from the Department of English Studies, Faculty of Foreign Studies, Sophia University, and holds EIKEN Grade 1. I studied and took part in working holiday programs in the Philippines, the United States, and Australia. After graduating, I joined H.I.S. Co., Ltd. and spent five years as an English and Japanese instructor, teaching more than 120 learners. I now handle social media content on the media team. In my free time, I enjoy making latte art. Some of my memorable travel destinations include the wild penguins I saw in Australia (overseas) and Chichibugahama in Kagawa (domestic).

Media

Love Noda

Having traveled to more than 30 countries, I discovered through different cultures how much I enjoy connecting people. Using English as a bridge, I have worked as an interpreter, English teacher, tour guide for visitors to Japan, and voice-over narrator. Now based in Ecuador, I work across Japanese, English, and Spanish, sharing the appeal of Japan with the world on the media team. I have visited over 30 countries. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Vanuatu (overseas) and Yoron Island (domestic).

Media

Nao Hosoi

Graduated from the Faculty of Foreign Studies, Kansai Gaidai University. Born in Toyama Prefecture. During university, I studied abroad in Indiana, U.S., majoring in marketing. After graduation, I worked at a video streaming company and then in sales at a major firm. I joined Yatra Inc. in its founding phase, and on the media team I handle tour guiding for international visitors, social media content planning, video direction, and on-screen performance. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Taiwan (overseas) and Okinawa (domestic).

Media

Milad Mokhtari

Graduated from Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Department of English and American Studies. Born in Kyoto City. After graduating, I spent a month in Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Back in Japan, I built skills in video editing and social media, and since November 2023 I have led video production for Travel Japan Together on the media team, producing over 900 videos to date. I'm currently taking on HYROX alongside overseas travel, mainly across Asia including Singapore, South Korea, and Indonesia. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Qatar during the 2022 World Cup (overseas) and Tokyo, the first city I ever visited (domestic).

Media

Soraki Ikegami

Took a two-year leave of absence to experience a working holiday in Australia. After returning to Japan, I joined Yatra Inc. as a long-term intern, drawn to work that shares the best of Japan with international visitors. I currently handle sales and partnership development for inbound tours. Before my leave, I helped launch the game-analysis staff on the university's American football team. Some of my memorable travel destinations include Kota Bharu, Malaysia (overseas) and Chiran, Kagoshima (domestic).

Business Development

Midori Izumi

Graduated from Australian Pacific College with a degree in Leadership and Management. When it comes to being abroad, I’m definitely more of a "live there" person than a "just visit" person. Over the past nine years, I've lived in four different countries—the Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, and Germany—as well as five different prefectures across Japan. After a long, soul-searching journey, I found my place at Yatra Inc. Based mainly in Tokyo, I work as a tour manager while also managing our guides and conducting tours myself. My most memorable travel destination overseas is Bali, simply because of how many people there were just contentedly zoning out and enjoying the moment. In Japan, two places stand out: the Namahage Museum in Oga City and the Night on the Galactic Railroad mural in Hanamaki City.

Business Development

Nana Nyui

Graduated from the Faculty of Foreign Studies, Kansai Gaidai University. Born in Osaka. I spent two years on working holidays in Australia during and after university, then traveled through 23 countries, studying Scandinavian design in Denmark. Inspired by the cultures and people I encountered, I joined Yatra Inc. to share the beauty of Japan with the world. I now work as a Tour Manager and Guide, overseeing tour operations and guide management across Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. I have visited 23 countries and 30 prefectures of Japan. My most memorable destination abroad was Varanasi, India, where I spent my days joining a Hindu priest in prayer and drinking from the Ganges; in Japan, it is Kudaka Island, Okinawa.

Executive Officer

Takaya Fujii

Graduated from the School of Business Administration at Kwansei Gakuin University and originally from Kobe. During my college years, I researched consumer behavior before joining Rakuten Group, Inc. after graduation. Working in the Business Strategy Department at Rakuten Travel, I led sales for corporate travel management services catering to major enterprise clients—managing accounts worth billions of yen while driving both key account expansion and overall business growth. I joined Yatra Inc. during its founding phase and also serve as an official reporter for Sabah State, Borneo. Having visited over 30 countries across all seven continents and all 47 prefectures in Japan, my most memorable travel destinations so far have been Antarctica abroad, and Awaji Island back home.

Founder & Co-CEO

Soma Tashiro

Graduated from the College of Image Arts and Sciences at Ritsumeikan University and originally from Kobe. During my college years, I worked on over 200 projects as a freelance filmmaker—spanning commercials, movies, and documentaries—while also growing an audience as a YouTuber using my fluency in Indonesian. After graduating, I joined CACTAS Inc., where I established an overseas video production branch in Malaysia. In 2023, I co-founded Yatra Inc. I also serve as an official reporter for Sabah State, Borneo. Having visited over 30 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan, my most memorable travel destinations so far have been Kolkata, India abroad, and the Momoiwa-so Youth Hostel on Rebun Island back home.

Founder & Co-CEO

Kensuke Ko

Graduated from the Faculty of Law at Meiji University and originally from Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture. During my college years, I launched a business and interned at a venture capital firm. After graduating, I joined GA technologies Group and was seconded to ITANDI, Inc., where I spearheaded a SaaS business tailored for real estate companies—achieving Product-Market Fit and securing the No. 1 market share in the industry. In 2023, I co-founded Yatra Inc. Beyond work, I’m an avid traveler who has visited over 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan. My most memorable trips so far have been summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania abroad, and visiting Zamami Island back home.