About Khaled Iwamura

Khaled Iwamura is a Canadian media entrepreneur, travel storyteller, and on-camera host with more than a decade of experience building high-impact digital media brands. He is the founder of INsauga.com, one of Canada’s largest digital-only news platforms serving 19 cities across Southern Ontario, and YourCityWithIN.com, a fast-growing lifestyle network focused on food, culture, and entertainment across Toronto and the GTA.

Across his media brands, Khaled reaches over 75 million impressions per month, engaging audiences through digital journalism, video storytelling, live events, and long-form interviews. His work includes conversations with political leaders, mayors, athletes, actors, and cultural figures, generating tens of millions of video views across platforms and highlighting his ability to connect with diverse audiences at scale.

Khaled is also the Canadian spokesperson for Tokyo Tourism and the creator and host of IT’S YOUR STOP, a travel documentary series that explores destinations through people, culture, food, and lived experience—focusing on the stories often overlooked by traditional travel programming.

Born in Montreal and based in Mississauga, Khaled is proudly Japanese and Egyptian, bringing a multicultural perspective that shapes his global approach to storytelling. His work reflects a deep appreciation for identity, place, and the human connections that make every destination worth discovering.

Khaled Iwamura Videos

Just an hour from Shibuya, Tokyo reveals quiet valleys, rushing rivers and flavours hidden in the mountains. Khaled Iwamura plants rice for his own sake and uncovers a secret wasabi farm. This isn’t a story you watch, it’s one you feel.
Tokyo’s best-kept secret. Just 300km off the coast of Tokyo, Japan, Hachijojima Island is where volcanic landscapes meet unforgettable eats. In Episode 1 of It’s Your Stop, Khaled Iwamura takes you through hidden spots, local flavours, and experiences you won’t find in any guidebook. Add this adventure to your next Japan trip.
From quiet alleys in Tokyo to neon cities, every stop reveals something unforgettable. The moment you arrive, “IT’S YOUR STOP,” and every stop has a story worth telling.
5 Unique Desserts in Tokyo. Tokyo elevates desserts to an art form, blending traditional flavors with innovative twists. The city’s dessert scene is a playground of delightful surprises, offering everything from classic treats reimagined to entirely new confections. Join me as I explore five unique dessert spots that define Tokyo’s sweet indulgence
5 Remarkable Drinking Establishments in Tokyo, Japan.Tokyo’s drinking culture is a captivating blend of tradition and modernity. From historic sake shops to cutting-edge gin bars and the city’s first mocktail bar, Tokyo offers a diverse array of drinking experiences.Each establishment tells a unique story through its offerings, reflecting the city’s rich cultural tapestry.Let’s embark on
Tokyo’s sushi heritage, rooted in the Edo period, is a testament to its rich history and evolution. Known as Edomae sushi, this style originated from the abundant seafood of Edo Bay. Once considered fast food, Edomae sushi has transformed into a globally revered cuisine. Here are five distinct styles of sushi you must try in
In episode 1, the adventure starts in the hidden streets of an area in Tokyo called Asagaya. About a 30-minute train ride from Shibuya is a neighbourhood – that is more laid back where you won’t find as many tourists and crowds.
Tokyo is home to some of the most unique and flavourful dishes around. Some dishes you might have had before and some you have never even thought of trying. Even if you had it before, it just tastes better in Tokyo! In this Top 5 I try some of the most surprisingly good dishes that
Next up we have 3 neighbourhoods that are known together as Yanesen. The 3 neighbourhoods are Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi. These neighbourhoods have maintained the charm of how the Tokyo streets would have looked like 100 years ago! Yanesen also has some of the best food choices in Tokyo from street food in Yanaka Ginza
Tsukishima is a man-made island in Tokyo Bay that was created over 100 years ago. Now the island is redeveloped; however, you can still find the old-school charm in certain areas if you stick your head into alleys and small streets. Tsukishima is known for this one food in particular that has its own district
In this video series, Khaled will take you on a culinary journey through Tokyo, giving you the inside scoop on the best local dishes and providing cultural insight on the proper way to experience Japanese cuisine. This video offers helpful tips and tricks about food etiquette in Tokyo!
Did you know Tokyo has a curry district? Well, it does! You can find it in a neighbourhood in Tokyo called Shimokitazawa, an area with a bohemian vibe and chill atmosphere that’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the more popular districts. The area is known for its thriving arts and music scene,
When you think of Tokyo, you might imagine the busy streets of Shibuya and the colourful lights of Shinjuku–but let us introduce you to Tama. Almost all the food served in Tama is seasonally prepared with locally sourced ingredients, including wild plants from the forest, local river fish, and meat caught in the Tama region.