Nariaki Watanabe

A highly motivated individual with a diverse range of interests, including music, fitness, cooking, design, craftsmanship, and film/anime appreciation. Experience in HIPHOP music began at the age of 15, gaining extensive expertise in songwriting, recording engineering, music production, and mixing, with over 200 stage performances annually as an MC and DJ around the age of 18.

Around the age of 25, a growing interest in fitness, particularly HIIT and weight training, developed. A skin cancer diagnosis in 2021 led to a deeper focus on health and nutrition, sparking a passion for preparing healthy and delicious meals.

In 2023, the love for fitness and craftsmanship merged, resulting in the creation of an activewear brand with the concept of stylish and comfortable underwear suitable for both daily life and workouts.

Relocated to New York at 22, starting a career in the culinary field. Despite the challenges of intense prep work and fast-paced customer service, seeing satisfied customers made the effort worthwhile. Experience working in open kitchens provided opportunities to engage with customers, which became an enjoyable part of the job.

Strong communication skills have been frequently praised, whether interacting with team members, customers, or entering new communities. These experiences have fostered confidence in the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others.