Hi, I’m Nobu
Hi, I’m Nobu
I’ve lived in Tokyo for 21 years
I speak English, Mandarin, Japanese and some Spanish
I am a Business Development Specialist
Hey there, I'm Nobu, your friendly host in the vibrant city of Tokyo! One thing I adore about Tokyo is its endless variety of activities. From cultural festivals to fun concerts, there's always something exciting happening. It's a city that never sleeps, buzzing with energy day and night. And let's not forget the food! Tokyo's food scene is a feast for the senses, from casual street eats to haute cuisine. As a foodie, I'm here to steer you toward the best bites in town, ensuring your taste buds are in for a treat. With years of experience volunteering at a local shrine, I've delved deep into the customs and rituals that define Tokyo's heritage. Whether it's a traditional festival or a sacred ceremony, I'm eager to share my knowledge and insights with you. Let's make memories together while soaking in the magic of this extraordinary city. See you soon!
My knowledge & interests
Culture & customs
Local cuisine
Fine dining
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Cityscape photography
Traditional culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Painting
Landscape photography
Wildlife photography
Jazz music
Traditional crafts
My reviews
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Nobu went out of his way to make our tour wonderful!!! I feel as though he went above & beyond and would highly recommend him!
March 2025
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Amazing guide (Nobu), friendly logistics, great picks for sightseeing, eating and shopping. It was a good experience and will definitely book a longer trip to Tokyo!
March 2025
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Anyone visiting Tokyo for the first time should definitely sign up for this tour - it is worth every yen! Our tour guide was Nobu who took the time well in advance of our trip to learn more about us and what we hoped to experience during the tour. Since we had a few other walking tours scheduled for the week, he was able to offer some other sights that filled in some of the holes in our itinerary. Since it was our first time in Tokyo/Japan, Nobu met us at our hotel, taught us some essential basics about etiquette and culture. He then showed us how to use the subway successfully (be sure to ask your guide to help you with this!). We did our tour on a rainy day, and at one point my umbrella broke and he had a spare on hand. Nobu took us to the Imperial Palace, the Fish Market, the oldest department store in Tokyo and the National Gardens to see the start of the cherry blossoms. At every step of the way, Nobu explained to us the history and culture that is important to the Japanese. Through the fish market, Nobu pointed out special delicacies to eat and helped us order the food. We tried new items that we would not have known to try. Amazing! Don't miss the fish market. In the department store, he showed us so items that would make nice special gifts for people instead of the touristy stuff. He took pictures of us along the way. Nobu also made recommendations for us to consider doing during our time in Tokyo. Consider yourself lucky if you get Nobu as your guide - he really made our first day in Tokyo so memorable!
March 2025
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Nobu was wonderful. My husband had a bad knee and had to walk slow. Nobu was very conscientious of this, looked for elevators and escalators wherever possible. At one point he saw a person who was visually impaired who needed help and asked us if it was ok to assist them. What a wonderful young man. He gave us many wonderful recommendations for places to eat and see for the rest of our time in Tokyo. Highly recommend. 5 star service!!
March 2025