Maria Adele Tortora

My name is Adele, and I have dedicated much of my life to studying Japan, its language and its culture. Professionally too, I have been fortunate to work in fields closely connected to this country, including 15 years at the Embassy of Japan in Rome.

After that experience, I chose to become a tour leader, following my true nature: travelling, meeting people, embracing new challenges and sharing with others the same passion I feel for Japan.

In recent years, I have accompanied several groups through the country, and every journey, even when following similar itineraries, still manages to surprise and move me.

One of the things I am most proud of is my knowledge of the Japanese language. I obtained the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, the maximum level for non-native speakers, and speaking Japanese makes me feel deeply at ease.

As a tour leader, my aim is to create a genuine connection with the group, listen to each traveller’s needs and help everyone enjoy the journey with peace of mind.

I love sharing Japan’s history, art and traditions, but above all I hope to reveal a different way of living, observing and feeling the world.