We aren’t the typical tourists. Nobu easily ( at least to us) was able to make our tour one of both the major highlights and the “real” Tokyo with extensive visits of food markets, knife and ceramic vendors.

We didn’t give her much knowledge of our interests but she listened well enough to understand what we liked with an extensive tour.

What an amazing experience! I think it only became amazing because Tomo is amazing! Since I booked the tour, I was contacted by her. We had great communication and what made it even more outstanding was her follow ups and suggestions. Clearly, I have never been in Tokyo before, and I only had a few ideas to suggest. Tomo basically DRAFTED my entire 11-hour itinerary with visits, food (out of this world), events, etc. I have never experienced this approach before … meaning… Tomo really took to the time to tailor my visit based on all my suggestions and she also added more ideas. Before I left LA, I contacted Tomo and asked her the best way to go from Narita Airport to my hotel. In no time, she replied with information from a bus shuttle. It was perfect and way less expensive than a taxi. I took the tour the day after I arrived. Tomo was on time at the lobby of my hotel… we took the first train and hit it off. I was basically touring Tokyo for the first time in my life with a friend. Everything was very casual, and we really had a great time. She knew all details of all places we visited. We also took a few train rides and let me tell you… Tomo is a complete expert... all I did was follow her… and there I was in a new amazing place. She suggested a “futuristic museum” called “teamLab Borderless” (this place is a complete must). Of course I agreed. We had to make reservations, and she sent me the link. For some reason, I couldn’t complete it on my end. Luckily, she was on-line the entire time with me (please keep in mind the 16-hours’ time difference from Tokyo to California.) She then re-started the reservation process. I received the email confirmation and finalized it. I can probably write a complete essay here… but let me just summarize it… Tomo is really the “one and only person you need in Tokyo.” I have been in many countries throughout the world with many outstanding tour guides… but Tomo is just on her own classification. If you ever plan to visit Tokyo… I can assure you… you will not be disappointed at all! Thanks so much again Tomo for such an amazing time in Tokyo. As I shared with you … you were the only person I knew in Japan and now the only great friend I have in Japan as well.

Wonderful day out exploring Tokyo. Marek was a superb guide. Thank you.

He tailored the tour to our interests. He was patient with all my curious questions. He helped us navigate the Tokyo train system and taught us about some Japanese customs that will help us through the next five weeks in Japan.