Joined 2023
Noel M.
Available Areas
Aichi (Living), Nagoya
Languages
English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
1 hour on average
Availability Updated
5 days ago
About Tour Guide Noel M.
Hello everyone!
Many thanks for checking out my profile. I'm originally from New Zealand but have spent my adult life here in Japan. The Nagoya area has been my home since the early nineties. I have witnessed the region's transformation from a sleepy industrial city to the vibrant metropolis of today. I would love the opportunity to tell you about some of my adventures and also a few of the outstanding people I've met.
I spent many years practicing karate and have also developed a deep interest in Buddhism. I speak Japanese confidently.
I'm new to GoWithGuide but have previous experience giving walking tours. To be able to introduce you to a few of my favourite Nagoya suburbs would be a treat. There are fascinating, historic temples as well as a stupa that purportedly contains a portion of the Buddha's ashes. Also, there are numerous tempting eateries and a few quirky shops. I prefer guiding guests around these less visited areas as you can get a feel for how the locals live.
I look forward to meeting you soon.
Tours
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Fascinating Kakouzan and Motoyama. Don't miss the giant green Buddha!
The Kakouzan and Motoyama areas of Nagoya provide a fascinating alternative to the standard highlights tour. Let's visit Nitaiji temple which is a repository for a portion of the Buddha's ashes. See if you can work out how to light an incense offering. Enjoy the quiet oasis of the private garden of one of Nagoya′s wealthiest men. Have a break at one of the inviting eateries. If you are game make a wish at the lovers tree. And, of course, discover the giant green Buddha.
Nagoya Castle, experience the modern and historic walking tour.
Let's enjoy a morning walk through central Nagoya. Starting at the post-war Hisaya-Odori park, with It's famous TV tower and recently revamped shopping and eating area, and continuing to historic Nagoya Castle. The castle was the seat of Tokugawa Ieyasu and also one inspiration for a famous novel. We then continue to Nagoya Station via streets which routes haven't changed for 400 years. We will conclude the tour with a view from the top of one of Nagoya's newest buildings.
Reviews
Nina R.
Fascinating Kakouzan and Motoyama. Don't miss the giant green Buddha!
“Best Tour Guide for Nagoya!”
We had an indescribably great day with Noel away from the typical tourist attractions. He showed us the great Buddha, took us to visit Shinshū Ōtani-ha Nagoya-Betsuin Temple and we ended the day with a trip to Nagoya Castle. We would highly recommend Noel because he did a great job organizing everything and we would spend another day with him anytime. He gave us so much historical information, it was very informative and exciting!
Noel M.
(1 reviews)Thank you so much. I very much enjoyed showing off a few of my favourite places here in Nagoya. I'm sure that you'll love the remainder of your travels around Japan. Meeting you and your family was fantastic and I greatly appreciate you helping me improve my German vocabulary. Safe journeys.
