Professional background and ethos of founder
Founder - Hikari WAKIMASU
Hikari, founder of Hirovip and a national government licensed guide, is a Japanese native who provides a unique fusion of cultural authority and a distinguished 15-year career in global finance. Having lived for a decade in major hubs like Paris, Boston, Hawaii, and Chicago, he offers a refined international outlook and full bilingual mastery of English and Japanese. With a MBA holder having worked for global 500 fortune company for years, he is uniquely qualified to communicate with VIP guests and C-suite executives and delivers sophisticated comparative analyses of Japanese history, economy and culture.
Deeply rooted in his hometown's legacy, Hikari provides a profound perspective as a third-generation atomic bomb survivor.
He is dedicated to offering foreign travelers the space and opportunity to reflect on peace, ensuring VIP guests receive enlightened, high-level narratives that far exceed standard luxury travel.
My Ethos
As a third-generation survivor, I serve as a global peace envoy, offering my clients a quiet space to reflect on resilience and the future of harmony.
My Global Background and Ties
Academic Background
MBA, IE Business School (Madrid, Spain) in 2016
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Kobe University (Japan) in 2005
National Government Licensed Guide & Interpreter (English)
Hiroshima Prefectural Licensed Guide & Interpreter (English)
Land Operator (Registered in Hiroshima)
Licensed Tour Conductor (Nationwide in Japan)
US Certified Public Accountant (USCPA)
Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA)
Japanese: Native
English: Full Proficiency / TOEIC 990 (+10 years living in US)
French: Basic Conversation (4 years living in Paris)
Tailored Hiroshima & Setouchi expertise for VIP travelers
Premier Domains of Mastery
Legacy Curation
Japan‑wide Private Escort Guide
I curate bespoke Hiroshima & Setouchi journeys that artfully blend storied heritage with the nuanced requirements of VIPs.
I accompany VIP guests and executive delegations throughout their entire journey in Japan—not only in Hiroshima. From airport arrivals and shinkansen transfers to private tours and discreet on-the-ground support, I provide seamless continuity, cultural insight, and peace-focused context in every destination.
Fluent Liaison
Global Envoy
Experience deep cultural narratives and historical legacies, crafted for the most distinguished travelers in native level English.
I provide high-level linguistic support and refined interpretation for global summits and dignitaries.