About Your Guide

English

Starting Surfing in Japan brought me to one of the most incredible places on earth.

In 2014, my family and I relocated from Japan to Oahu, and it didn’t take long for me to realize I had found my true home.

When I moved to Hawaii, I discovered so much more than breathtaking views, pristine beaches, and exhilarating waves. I was enchanted by the island's vibrant wildlife, lush landscapes, delectable cuisine, and the deep, storied history of the former Kingdom of Hawai'i.

Every destination I take you to explore holds a special place in my heart. My goal is to be the kind of guide you can truly rely on—like a long-lost relative excited to share the hidden gems and unforgettable wonders of this remarkable place with you.

日本語

湘南でサーフィンを始めたきっかけで、地球上で最も素晴らしい場所のひとつへと導かれました。

2014年、家族と日本から美しいオアフ島へと移住し、ここが自分にとっての安住の地だと気づくのに、それほど時間はかかりませんでした。

ハワイでの生活が始まって以来、最高な波だけではなく壮大な景色や美しいビーチ、そこに根づく豊かな自然や野生動物、多彩な料理、そしてかつてハワイ王国として栄えたこの地の深い歴史にも心を奪われました。

お連れする所はいずれも、私にとって特別な場所で私自身が感動を覚えた場所になります。久しく会う親戚や仲間にぜひ見てもらいたいオアフ島をご案内するようにしています。皆様が心から安心して信頼できる案内を心掛けています。

Jody was a great tour guide on this trip for our group of 10!

We enjoyed every minute of the tour and all the places we visited.

I would recommend him and plan to use him when I return again!

Scott Wright 6/10/2025

If you’re interested in Hawaii (not just for the touristy traps) you must meet Jody. He weaves everything Hawaii into a perfect narrative of history, current events and culture in such a relatable narrative. Especially for history buffs you’ll enjoy really thoughtful conversations on Hawaii’s role the past 150 years, particularly the last 80-90 years. He’s very thoughtful with planning—we were traveling with a toddler and seniors—Jody helped us customize our trip perfectly for our loved-generation group and provided excellent recommendations for food and other sites to visit outside of his tour. Jody is also so engaging, especially considering language barriers with our older group and a very trying toddler temperament.

Hwakyung Kathleen Chae 4/26/2025

Jody was a great tour guide. We customized a couple of things in his usual tour & it really fit our desires. He knows where to go, how to get there, and a lot of history along the way. Pace was just right for us. Good food stops, too. Vehicle was easy comfortable and we could talk to each other along the way.

Kirk Clemmensen  3/13/2025

VELTRA JAPAN (日本で販売中）

２０２５年８月から日本最大級のオプショナルツアー予約サイトVELTRAにも掲載中！信頼あるVELTRAを通して日本語でオアフ島を案内させていただいています。

Tours by Locals (GLOBAL)

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