I’ve lived in Nagoya for 43 years
I speak English
I am English Instructor
Geographically located in the middle of Japan, it is very convenient to get around. It takes only 30 minutes to Kyoto by train. Tokyo is only about an hour away. You can go out on a day trip. Ise Jingu Shrine and Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site, are also conveniently accessible and are transit destinations for most tourists. The city is an industrial city with a well-developed town due to the location of Toyota's headquarters. There is a large shopping district in a modern shopping area, which has a strong cross-cultural flavor. The Osu shopping district is famous for cosplay and is called the world's sacred ground. Cosplayers from all over the world visit the area. At Osu Kannon, you can encounter antique markets and get food from all over the world. And, speaking of Nagoya, mornings! For the price of a cup of coffee, you can get a great deal, and some people even go as far as brunch when they are open until 11:00 a.m.Nagoya is a city of coffee shops. Even Komeda, which has made its way around the world, originated in Nagoya. Local dishes(Nagoya-Meshi) such as red bean toast and miso are very popular. Historically, Aichi Prefecture is said to have the largest number of temples in Japan. Inuyama Castle and Atsuta Shrine are places I always like to take my guests to. What I am considering for guests from overseas is renting out an important cultural property, kimono dressing, and tea ceremony experience. It is a retreat program to enhance spirituality with hiking and vegetarian cooking in the satoyama of Toyota Asuke. Since I am friends with the ascetic, kimono, and tea ceremony teachers, I am confident that they will enjoy the casual atmosphere without any special arrangements.
Takako-san from City Unscripted was an exceptional guide who went above and beyond to make my experience unforgettable. When the day’s conditions met some roadblocks at Kaida Kogen, she quickly found beautiful alternative routes, allowing me to enjoy walking in nature nonetheless just as I had hoped. Along the way, we shared stories about our lives, turning a simple tour into a heartfelt and memorable journey. Her warmth, flexibility, and deep knowledge of the area made all the difference!
April 2025
Takako-san was an absolutely wonderful guide! Despite unexpected roadblocks that made some pathways inaccessible, she went out of her way to find alternative scenic spots for us to enjoy the waterfalls in Kaida Kogen. She also thoughtfully planned alternative walking routes so I could still indulge in my love for hiking in nature. Along the way, we shared stories about our lives, making the experience feel less like a tour and more like a journey with an old friend. Thanks to her deep knowledge, kindness, and genuine hospitality, today is one of the most memorable highlights of my trip thus far.
April 2025
TK was informative, and took us to the most important and cultural sites in Nagoya. She made sure we saw cherry blossoms that most tourist would not know existed. Pleasant, spoke perfect English and absolute gem of a humans being.
March 2025
Takako-san made our day trip to Nagoya an enjoyable one. Whether is was a general request like guiding us around Nagoya castle, taking us to the Dragon's baseball stadium team shop, or a very specific one to search for an item at a local drug store, she delivered. We learned so much about the city and the people who live there. Would definitely recommend her for anyone visiting Nagoya.
March 2025