Cultural Insights and Adaptation with Nikki van Ingen Schenau

Bubba Startz introduces Nikki van Ingen Schenau, who shares her background and the impact of COVID-19 on her TokioTours Travel Agency. They discuss how the business adapted and delve into cultural insights from the Netherlands, Japan, and Nikki's personal experiences. The conversation shifts to personal vices and lifestyle changes, contrasting urban living in Amsterdam with rural life in South Dakota. Nikki outlines future projects and the evolving role of tour guides in Japan. The episode concludes with closing remarks and information on where to find TokioTours online. http://tokiotours.nl

(0:00) Introduction and background of Nikki van Ingen Schenau
(1:04) Impact of COVID-19 on Tokyo Tours and adapting the business
(3:07) Cultural insights from the Netherlands, Japan, and personal experiences
(9:12) Discussing personal vices and lifestyle changes
(12:18) Urban vs. rural living: Amsterdam compared to South Dakota
(13:34) Future projects and the role of tour guides in Japan
(18:08) Closing remarks and where to find Tokyo Tours online