Tour guide in Osaka Mika M.

Osaka, Japan

Japanese, English

20

Tours Delivered,
Since Mar 7, 2025

10.0

Hours, Avg. response time

I'm Mika M., your private tour guide in Osaka

Guide #70064

Hello, everyone. I’m Mika, your guide in Japan, here to help you create unique travel experiences. Although I officially became a licensed guide during the pandemic, my guiding experience began much earlier. Since childhood, my family has frequently hosted international visitors, including friends, exchange students, Guides and Scouts, and travelers from various backgrounds. I have been guiding them in Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo, Nara, Kobe, and the surrounding areas for many years. This has always been a great joy to meet guests from all around the world and show them Japanese culture. After studying Museum Studies at the University of Leicester in the UK, I worked at the National Museum of Nature and Science Tokyo. I also have experience working with an embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. I have always loved museums. During my studies in the UK, I had the opportunity to intern at the British Museum. As a guide, I view all of Japan as a "living museum" and take great joy in introducing its wonders to my guests. Guiding and scouting have also been significant parts of my life. I have been involved with the Girl Scouts of Japan and was a Girl Guide in both New Zealand and the UK while studying there. Additionally, I served as a live-in volunteer staff member at Pax Lodge, one of the WAGGGS World Centres in London. Feel free to reach out with any questions - I’m happy to help. If you have a special request for a tour, I am able to customise the tour. I look forward to meeting you and sharing an unforgettable experience in Japan. Mika Nationally Certified Guide since 2021 Certified Domestic Itinerary Management Supervisor 🚗 I do not drive during tours, but I can arrange a vehicle with a professional driver upon request. 🛡️ Please note that insurance is not included. I highly recommend having your own travel insurance.

Delivers tours starting at

  • Osaka
  • Kobe
  • Kyoto

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Traveller reviews

5.0
  • Michael C.United States
    2 weeks ago

    We booked the 4-hour intro tour. We knew that we wanted to shy away from the itinerary set up for that tour and be spontaneous with our movements. Mika listened to what we wanted to do and immediately drew up a new itinerary that not only met our needs but was laid out in systematic way as to maximize our time with her. All in about 10 minutes. This time, 4 hours, went by...

  • Dan O.United States
    June 2026

    We had a wonderful day with Mika touring Osaka. She was able to show us the highlights of the city and knew where to take us to avoid the crowds of other tourists. Her English is excellent, as is her knowledge of history. We would highly recommend her!

  • Richard J.United States
    May 2026

    We did a two day tour with Mika. Please see the review of both days under Kyoto Japan tour. Mika is one of the best and I highly recommend her for your tour

  • Richard J.United States
    May 2026

    We were fortunate enough to have Mika guide us for two days in Kyoto and Kobe. She was beyond outstanding. She customized both days to give us a fabulous overview of both cities. Her knowledge of the area was very informative and complete. No language issues as her English was excellent. Mika was highly competent and very dedicated to her guests. She also had a great...

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