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Private tour in Osaka Tomoko M
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Welcome, guests! Thank you for visiting my page from among so many others! I was born and raised in Kobe and attended college in Osaka, so I am a native Kansai local! From September 2002 to August 2003, I lived in Montreal to learn English and French, where I met many international students from different backgrounds and cultures. Since then, I have been interested in cross-cultural communications, so I started pursuing a career as a tour guide. I passed the national license exam in 2018 and began working as a guide in 2019. I usually do one-day tours for small groups in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. What I love about the guiding job is that I can meet people with different backgrounds, cultures, and points of view, and we can have memorable moments together. I am always flexible with guests' suggestions to provide the best experience possible. Tell me what interests you, and I will do my best to fulfill your wish! I have raised two children and love having tours with families. I also love Japanese anime and enjoy talking about them with guests. I have also been playing the saxophone for over 20 years, so, if you are looking for musical goods in Japan, I can help you. Looking forward to meeting you!
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See the major spots in a day with a local guide
Overview of your Osaka tour
An efficient tour covering Osaka's two major centers, Kita and Minami, visiting all the main tourist spots in a single day. Osaka has long been recognised as the City of Water, developing as a commercial hub by leveraging its waterways. To fully experience Osaka, start by checking out Osaka Castle, the city's symbol. Then, get to know Osaka's history at the historical museum, which stands in an area that was once the capital in ancient times (7th century). Then, enjoy the magnificent view from the "Kuchi Teien" observatory at Umeda Sky Building, a unique landmark, before strolling the beautiful Kita area, which has become a stylish 21st-century district. Take the subway south to Minami, to a bustling, chaotic district that has thrived since before modern times. Your destination is Dotonbori, lined with colorful, unique shops that reflect the sociable and flamboyant spirit of Osaka locals. Cruise along the waterways that supported Edo-period logistics, gazing at the vibrant streetscape.
Your Osaka tour itinerary
8:30 Osaka Station 9:00-10:00 Osaka Castle 10:10-11:00 Osaka Museum of History 11:40-12:20 Sky Building 12:20-13:30 Umekita Area, HEP FIVE, lunch 14:00-16:00 Ebisubashisuji shopping Street, Dotonbori Cruise 16:30 Osaka Station
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway
Osaka Metro and walking.
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Osaka, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan
JR Osaka Station Mido-Minami ticket gate.
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