“Wunderbare Tour mit Makoto”

Lieber Makoto, herzlichen Dank für diesen tollen Tag. Von der Abholung und Rückfahrt vom Cruise Terminal zum sehr schönen Besuch in Kyoto war alles bestens. Makoto spricht sogar etwas deutsch und war sehr fürsorglich und bestens vorbereitet. Wir haben es sehr genossen. Mittags ein kleiner Snack mit einem Bier war auch klasse.

Makoto Y.

(110 reviews)

Sehr geehrte Andrea, vielen Dank, dass Sie uns für Ihren schnellen Überprüfungskommentar kontaktiert haben. Es hat mir auch viel Spaß gemacht, dich zu führen. Mein Mann hat einen guten Sinn für Humor und ist ein wunderbarer Mensch. Beeindruckt hat mich auch das wunderschöne Herbstlaub. Bitte kommen Sie wieder nach Japan.

“A flexible and considerate guide with a thorough knowledge of Osaka”

We had a great day out in Osaka with Makoto seeing the famous city sights. As we'd been touring Japan for two weeks prior, my feet were extremely tired even at the start (next time I'll plan some recovery days), and Makoto very considerately took this into account throughout the day. Despite my weariness, we saw Osaka Castle, the Museum of Housing and Living, shopping streets, Dotonbori, and other local sights, with Makoto providing information that knit everything together, giving us a great overview of the history of Osaka. It was all fascinating, and I particularly enjoyed the museum sections of Osaka Castle and the Museum of Housing and Living. We also did some shopping, both for fun (souvenirs) and for a soothing spray that helped my feet. It was quite effective at helping me through the remainder of the tour. We had a great day, and I definitely recommend Makoto to anyone visiting Osaka. Thank you, Makoto!

Makoto Y.

(110 reviews)

Thanks for your nice review comments. I was so happy to know that the story of Toyotomi Hidetsugi, adopted son of Hideyoshi, was connected with the story of Hideyoshi life, through your visit of Koyasan and Osaka castle. Hidetsugu was forced to suicide by Hideyoshi and ended the life at Koyasan. You are so keen to learn Japanese culture and history, and I enjoyed to share the Japanese history with you throughout this tour. It is good news that your feet is being recovered. I hope that you recover completely and take a nice trip in Japan and nice trip back to Australia. Please come back to Japan someday. I will cover continuous story of Japanese history. Thanks again for your choosing me of your guide this time. Makoto

“Secret Osaka: The Seven Hills”

Makoto led us to a different side of Osaka. We took a long walk up and down the seven slopes of Tennoji, where some 200 shrines and temples are located. It was slow, quiet and uncrowded. With Makoto's expert guidance we visited about a dozen of the most famous temples. We had a chance to observe neighborhood life, from painting groups seated on temple steps to a monk blessing a brand new BMW. Makoto was well-organized and provided us with copies of the temple descriptions. We asked many questions and he patiently shared his knowledge of the temples. It was a very warm autumn day and Makoto was sensitive to our needs for rest and shade, and to find cold bottled water from vending machines tucked in passageways. I also wish to acknowledge GoWithGuide for its selection and listing of guides. Makoto was one of three GoWithGuides who showed us around different part of Japan. All of them were excellent.

Makoto Y.

(110 reviews)

Dear Elena and Rob, Thanks for your nice review comments. This tour is really different side of Osaka, but this area contains the full of Osaka history. I also enjoyed guiding you as I learned the Osaka history too. I am so happy to know that you have enjoyed the tour. Thanks again for your choosing me of your guide this time. Makoto