Saeko Hamada is a promotor, who never misses a laugh. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. Her events are the most popular with the best ambiance. She is also the host of the show "Marbella Te Quiero.”

How long have you lived on the coast?

Since 1989, when I came to Sotogrande with my mother. We have always lived between London, Tokyo and here.

What brought you to the area? Business, lifestyle, family…

All of those things brought me here.

What attracts you most about the southern Spanish lifestyle?

Mostly because people are very kind and open.

Describe a few ways you spend your time here?

I work and socalize every day. I love to meet people and to do something good for the city I live in. I spend a lot of time with my true friends and family.

Do you have a favourite area or part of the coast?

Yes, I like Sotogrande and Marbella.

Do you holiday in other destinations now that you have relocated to a luxury resort? If so, where?

I like places such as San Sebastian, Mallorca and Porto Chelvo.

Name a few of your favourite restaurants or cafes here.

My favourite places to go are the Marbella Club, KAMAKURA, Love to eat, Da Bruno, El Torocadero.

Do you have a favourite special event or celebration which takes place here?

All the important charity events here in Marbella, where I always collaborate. Especially events of the Rotary club, because I am a member and of course the events that my company organizes.

What was the last sms that you received?

“He didn't like the movie.”

What´s playing on your i-pod at the moment?

Chopin.

What book have you got on your bedside table?

Japanese History book from Edo period.

What is the most memorable experience that you have ever had?

From my childhood I have only but good memories. I am very lucky.

What is the most stupid thing that you have ever done?

Not knowing that I was happy and truly loved by someone and I let it go..

If I was to give you a O/W plane ticket to anywhere, where would you go and what 3 things would you take with you?

I would go to Milan and take my Chihuahua, BlackBerry and green tea.

Who would you most like to wake up next to?

Next to the love of my life.

What would be your ideal job?

What I am doing right now and also to be a mother and a wife.

If you believed in re-incarnation, what would your next life look like?

I will be a woman again.