Hi, I’m Toru
Hi, I’m Toru
I’ve lived in Sapporo for 2 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Retired
Hello! I'm Toru, your happy host to all things Sapporo, where the golf courses are as plentiful as my curiosity and the art scene as vibrant as my imagination. If you're looking to explore the best spots in town, I'm your guy. I absolutely love playing golf around here; there's nothing like hitting a few balls with the scenic views we've got. And when I'm not on the golf course, you'll find me wandering through art museums, getting lost in the passion behind each piece. I'm all about finding those unique spots, too. I'll guide you to the best ramen spots in town like "Ozawa" and "Ginparo Tsukisamu". I know my way around, from the coolest cycling paths along the Toyohira River to hidden art gems and local eats that'll blow your mind. Let's just say if you're up for discovering Sapporo's hidden treasures with someone who knows it inside out and loves to have a good time doing it, I'm your man. Let's make some memories!
My knowledge & interests
Aeronautics
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Classical architecture
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Traditional drinks
Painting
Traditional art
Folk art
Art history
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Antique shops
Landscape photography
Wildlife photography
Nature photography
Ethnic culture
Pop music
Traditional music
Country music
Folk music
R&B
My reviews
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Toru was the perfect guide! Extremely friendly and engaging, he provided a fully immersive experience on a tailor-made itinerary through an off-the-beaten-path Otaru. It was the authentic Japanese immersion I was looking for. Thank you so much, Alex!
Nov 2025
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What I enjoyed most was the visit to the shrine and lunch at the local restaurant Unforgettable
Nov 2025
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Toru had good local k pledge of Sapporo, especially the food. I enjoyed eating the Japanese food specifically to Sapporo’s local cuisine. They were in areas only a local would know and was delicious. We visited other local common tourist areas and made some great photos and experiences. The weather was not the most ideal, but Toru was flexible and I was able to get the most out of the day. I got to know the local area better and insights to see/explore other things if I was interested. Would definitely do another tour with Toru again in the future.
Nov 2025
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Toru is an excellent guide who made me feel very welcome and comfortable in his city of Sapporo. He helped me orient myself within the city and gave me a range of ideas for how to spend the rest of my time there. Toru's food recommendations were also excellent. He was great company and definitely made the most of the short time we had together to 'kick start' my time in Sapporo.
Oct 2025