Ryuhei Takeuchi (center right)
Whole Representative
He serves as the CEO of “Marugoto,” which operates popular cafes such as “BAGGAGE COFFEE” in Harajuku, “Port Tomigaya” in Tomigaya, and “TONES COFFEE ROASTERS” in Kashiwa. On October 17, he opened the casual bistro and café “koin tomigaya,” where he’ll have his day’s catch prepared. “I haven’t been fishing since late last year. I was fortunate to find a great chef and open a full-fledged restaurant, so I’m looking forward to seeing what kind of dishes he’ll create.”
Ayaka Katsumata (center left)
BAGGAGE COFFEE Staff
I work at “BAGGAGE COFFEE,” a café in Harajuku—a hub where different cultures converge—that collaborates with fashion brands and shops and hosts solo exhibitions by artists. “I’m pretty much a beginner at fishing, and this is my first time on a fishing boat, so I’m worried about whether I’ll catch anything. But I’m already feeling the refreshing breeze off the ocean.”
Fumiya Taguchi (left)
Creative Director, SHIBUYA CITY FC
Based in Shibuya, he is in charge of creative direction—including designing the emblem and selecting uniforms—for SHIBUYA CITY FC, a soccer club aiming to join the J.League. “I only went fishing when I was a kid. Everyone leads such busy lives, so just being able to get together like this first thing in the morning is a lot of fun.”
Kenta Sato (right)
Beverage Manufacturer Marketing
He works for a well-known beverage company, creating ads and campaigns to showcase the appeal of their products. He’s an avid hobbyist who enjoys hiking, camping, and scuba diving, and just started playing golf this summer. “I was so excited—it felt like a field trip—that I couldn’t sleep last night (laughs). I’m looking forward to experiencing the ocean in a way that’s different from diving.”
