Welcome to California Homestay!
California Homestay was established by Andy and Mami in 2015. Our home base is in one of the safest and beautiful cities in Southern California, The City of Irvine.
California Homestay provides housing, English lessons, tours, and fun activities to Japanese guests of any age. Guests frequently comment on our friendly, welcoming atmosphere where they can practice their English in real-life situations.
Many guests also enjoy the wide variety of activities Southern California has to offer such as Disneyland, LA Dodger games, Universal Studios, golfing, beaches, hiking, shopping, diverse foods, and sunny weather.
Andy was born in Orange, California and received his BFA in Graphic Design from Chapman University. He lived in Japan for 11 years where he met his wife, Mami. The two started Marin Kids' Club, an English and Art school for children and adults. With their two sons, they moved back to California, where Andy pursued his Masters Degree in special education. In 2015, Andy and Mami established California Homestay. Andy loves to exercise, surf, ride his motorcycle, spend time with his family, and provide life-changing experiences to Japanese students and guests from around the world.
Mami was born in Kanagawa, Japan and worked as an English teacher for kids. At age 21, she studied English in Texas for 2 years. When Mami returned to Japan, she started a hip-hop dance class for young adults and yoga stretch class for the elderly. In 2010, Mami moved with her family to California where she continued to provide child and adult care services. Mami loves to travel, do Pilates, yoga, and enjoy the diverse and amazing cuisine So. Cal has to offer. Mami also enjoys being the best host she can be for our guests and ensures each person's experience is nothing but the best!