The Place I Want to Show You (in NARIYAMAZU STUDIO) Front Cover

The Place I Want to Show You (in NARIYAMAZU STUDIO)

Tooru Kobayashi

Release Date

2026-06-03

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This is the first single in an ambitious project by Toru Kobayashi a singer-songwriter who lives and travels in a self-built "Kei-truck" mobile house to release 30 consecutive singles throughout 2026.

"Misetai Basho" (The Place I Want to Show You) was written during Toru's travels through India and Sri Lanka in 2025. The song captures the essence of his journey, blending his warm vocals with the deep, resonant tones of his acoustic bass. The cover art features a photograph taken by Toru himself during his time in those countries, offering a direct glimpse into the world he experienced.

Toru Kobayashi is not just a musician, but a traveler who brings his music to every corner of Japan while living on the road. This track serves as the opening chapter of his 30-song odyssey, inviting listeners worldwide to join him on a musical journey through landscapes both internal and external.

Experience the unique sound of a modern-day wandering minstrel, and the beginning of a year-long creative marathon.

Artist Profile

  • Tooru Kobayashi

    Originally from Saitama Prefecture, this singer-songwriter travels around the country performing live shows in a homemade mobile home with his acoustic bass in hand. His soft voice, deeply moving lyrics, and evocative melodies never fail to captivate listeners. His wide-ranging musical talents have led to him writing numerous songs, including commercials for Kitanippon Broadcasting (KNB), product image songs, and event theme songs. Since 2017, he has been uploading cover songs to Instagram every Monday through Friday, earning him a large following and earning him a steady stream of followers. While focusing on delivering his songs in real-life through social media broadcasts and live performances, his unique style of traveling around the country in a mobile home he built in a pickup truck, along with his warm personality, continues to steadily gain fans across the country.

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