Ramen noodles are known as a national food of the Japanese people, and have developed into an explosively popular food in Japan. Kyoto is also a city that consumes a lot of ramens, so it has a reputation for its variety and deliciousness.
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Meeting Point
Umeda station, Osaka
Umeda Station, Osaka
The meeting time varies between lunchtime (10:30, 11:30) to dinner time(16:30, 17:30) at Umeda train station, Osaka. The exact meeting place will be informed after making the reservation. The guide will take you to the ramen street in Ichijyouji, Kyoto. It's approximately 1 hour and a half hours by public trains (transfer at Kyoto station by JR Line and Dematiyanagi station by Eizan Line You can pick any ramen restaurant from any of them. (each Ramen is listed on my picture page)
at Ichijyouji station
Walk to Ramen street. Please see the Ramen Street Map for reference. Choose ramen restaurants as many as you want. However, keep in mind that most of the restaurants DO NOT accept reservations prior. so wait in line if necessary. As a hint. decide which ramen restaurant go first, it's a better idea.
Leave Ichijyoji
I set up for 1-hour mealtime but it could be longer due to congestion
Umeda station, Osaka
Arrive Umeda station, Osaka. If not necessary to go back to Umeda station, we can dismiss at Ichijyouji station.
Ending Point
Umeda staion or Ichijyouji station
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
gude fee
transportation cost, food, shopping
Put on clothes suit on the season, and walkable shoes. You should tell your guide about ingredients you cannot eat for allergy or disease in advance. Also, religiously restricted foods.
Only available in restraunt opening
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・Despite my available dates may be blocked my schedule could be opened by adjusting the time. So, send me messages. I will try to fit your needs as I can.
・I also have another job to do, so if your desired schedule is more than a month ahead, I will adjust the schedule. So, please contact me if necessary.
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・Preferably, all reservations must be completed 14 days in advance due to my research for spots and my schedule adjustments.
However, I can accept a request on the same day if it is urgent.
・I can also guide you in other areas such as Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, Wakayama, Mie, Kobe, Himeji, Shikoku Island, and Hiroshima. (I do not stay overnight in distant areas)
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My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience taking a guided tour with Hiroki in January 2024, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Hiroki is an incredibly kind, diligent and hospitable guide. His meticulous planning and dedication to the highest standards ensured that every aspect of our tour was seamless and memorable. Hiroki curated a thoughtful itinerary and we were amazed at how much we were able to experience in just one day. His deep knowledge and engaging explanations brought Kyoto’s history and cultural significance to life, giving us a deeper appreciation for everything we saw. What truly sets Hiroki apart is his genuine care for his guests and his ability to tailor the tour to create an unforgettable experience. Thanks to his expertise and attention to detail, we not only explored incredible locations but also gained meaningful insights that enriched the rest of our time in Japan. We are so grateful for Hiroki’s guidance and generosity, and we wholeheartedly recommend his tour to anyone visiting Kyoto or Osaka. Thank you, Hiroki, for making our trip so special—you’ve given us memories to treasure forever!
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Help to participate in the Stray Kids concert to be held on December 5th.
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The assistance that our family needed during our Osaka vacation was, perhaps, a bit unusual. We were attending a concert at the Osaka Dome, and wanted to be certain that our travel from hotel to and from the concert venue would go smoothly in the midst of a crowd of 55,000+ concert attendees. It turned out that we didn't receive our concert tickets from the vendor in the timeframe we expected, so Hiroki helped us to sort that situation out -- he really saved the day for us, because without his assistance with our tickets we would not have been able to attend the concert! Thank you, Hiroki, you are an excellent guide!
Hiroki D.
Dear Donna, Thank you thoughtful messages. It was my first time to help attend a concert tour. Honestly, I was anxious about getting a ticket to you before the concert started. I was so excited when getting a ticket from the vendor. After the tour, you were very content with the tour, I was pleased to help with your tour. Thank you, Hiroki
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