Retired in 2020 to become a full-time landlord and semi-retired. → Rejoined the workforce in 2021 and returned to being a part-time landlord. Started direct investment in stocks and bonds in 2002 after graduating from college. In 2019, began Twitter and blog activity, leading to direct investment in U.S. stocks. Investment stance is value-oriented with a focus on high dividends. The articles mainly present U.S. stock investing from the perspective of someone with more than 15 years of experience in Japanese stock trading.