Paul D.
Paul is originally from the U.S., but is now a permanent resident who has called Japan home for over 20 years. He currently resides with his family in a 150-year-old farmhouse along the Shionomichi (Salt Road), and is deeply involved with his local community. In addition to being an official Salt Road guide, he is the vice chairman of the local Salt Road club, works to maintain the trail, and helps organize a trail running race on it each fall.
His passion for the Salt Road is matched only by his love of the Japanese Alps. Paul has summited all of Japan’s 100 Tallest Mountains (an average of 4 times each!) and competes in mountain running races whenever his family and schedule allow. During the summer he can be found leading hiking, fastpacking, and trail running tours on Japan’s epic ridgelines for adventure-loving travelers.
