My name is Natsuko Sakamoto. I am honored to guide you in Hiroshima.
Let me briefly introduce myself.
My name, Natsuko, means “a child of summer” in Japanese. I was born in July, and my grandfather on my father’s side gave me this name. I like it very much because it is simple, clear, and easy to remember.
Before becoming a tour guide, I worked for 31 years at the Japanese subsidiary of an American company, mainly as a Human Resources professional. My role was to connect people with the organization, supporting communication across cultures and backgrounds.
Now, as a guide, I am very happy to connect you with Hiroshima — its history, its people, and its spirit.
Hiroshima is a city of history, resilience, and hope. Through this tour, I hope you will not only learn about its past, but also experience the warmth and strength of the people who live here today.
My grandfather, who named me, and his eldest son — my father’s brother — were A-bomb survivors in Nagasaki. Their experiences have deeply influenced how I think about war and peace, and about our responsibility to learn from history. If you are interested, I would be honored to share some of their stories with you during our time together.
I hope your visit to Hiroshima will become a meaningful and memorable experience.