Director

Shin Takizawa

Graduated from Seikei University, Faculty of Economics, Department of Economics. After working at Meiji Life Insurance Company, and serving as Executive Director and COO at Good Banker Co., Ltd. (an ESG-focused investment advisory firm that developed Japan’s first eco-fund), and Nomura Securities Co., Ltd., he founded Sustainable Investor Co., Ltd. in 2006 and assumed the role of President and CEO. Since 2016, he has also served as a director at Fukugan Keizai Juku. He is a lecturer for the “Environment and Finance” course in the Financial Human Resource Development Program at the University of the Ryukyus, co-research director of the “Natural Capital Management” course at Kyoto University, and a lecturer for “Career Planning 2” at Seisen University. He is also the producer of the film “Umi Yama Ahida.”

Certified General Travel Services Manager

Chifumi Takahashi

Graduated from Ehime University, Faculty of Law and Letters, Department of Humanities, majoring in the history of Japanese thought. Wrote a graduation thesis on the Kojiki. After living and working in Galway, Ireland, and Taipei, Taiwan, returned to Japan in 2013. Joined a company specializing in educational travel, where they worked as a sales and planning officer as well as a tour conductor, mainly organizing and leading overseas study trips for high schools in the Kanto region. Applied for the Ise City Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team in 2022 and was selected as the first member from Ise City. Completed the term at the end of February 2025. Continues to dedicate efforts to contribute to the development of tourism appeal in Ise after the term ended.

Ayaka Okuno

Originally from Ise. After attending Ujiyamada High School, graduated from the College of Economics at Ritsumeikan University. Upon graduation, returned to the hometown to contribute to the local community and started working at a regional bank. Built experience as a financial advisor, followed by a position at a life insurance company. In parallel with a professional career, actively engaged in the town’s youth association for many years—participating in local festivals and events, and volunteering in activities such as community recycling. During the 62nd Shikinen Sengu of Ise Jingu, joined the sacred Okihiki ceremony as a Kiyariko (log-pulling chant leader). Inspired by a deep appreciation for Ise’s traditions and a strong desire to share its charm with people across Japan and beyond, stepped into the current role.

Rina Yamashita

Originally from Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture. After graduating from a confectionery school, began working as a pâtissier in Nagoya and Gifu, creating sweets using local ingredients and collaborating with regional farmers to showcase the appeal of the area. Later drawn to the culture and natural beauty of Ise, joined the Ise City Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team. Currently engaged in activities to share the charm of Ise, including guide training and tourism planning. With a spirit of curiosity and a welcoming smile, aims to serve as a bridge between the local community and its visitors.