Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine,one of the oldest shrine founded in 211
My beloved Mercedes convertible car
Namba Shrine
Gentle deer in Nara
Don’t miss this eye-catching building!
Osaka’s iconic Glico neon sign
Osaka castle
Sanzenin Temple in Kyoto
Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto
Heian Shrine ,suburb of Kyoto
Weeping wisteria at Heian Shrine
Joined 2024
Tomoe K.
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Nara, Osaka (Living)
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English, Japanese (Native)
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4 hours on average
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About Tour Guide Tomoe K.
Hi, I’m Tome.
I am a national licensed guide interpreter for English speaking tourists.
I am a genuine Osaka-native,living in Osaka.I have an outrageous affection for my hometown.Tokyo is not everything that Japan has to offer!
I am thrilled to be your guide to convey the charm of Osaka.I also specialize in the Kansai region,Kyoto and Nara.
I was a full time mom until my three boys grew up.After they became independent,I worked hard to earn this qualification to become a tour guide.
I would love to show you not only iconic tourist attractions but also places that only locals know.
I love meeting people from different backgrounds and learning new things,and sharing lots of fun.
I’d love to help you enjoy the days in the Kansai area and create memories of a wonderful trip.
Would you like to ride my convertical Mercedes to drive around Osaka,or further to Nara,Kyoto and Wakayama with me?
I am looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you.
Important
I am not available on weekends.
I am happy to meet you at hotel.
About car tours,as my Mercedes is a two-saeter car,it is possible if you are a solo traveler.
Big-sized group is also possible by public transportation.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Highlights
Day Trip
Osaka Must-See Places Half-Day Tour
Osaka
4 hours
Osaka has so many interesting places to visit. But if you are tight on time, why don’t you go just must-see-places ,Osaka castle and Dotonbori area with me?
FROM$301/ per group
Day Trip to Nara ,Ancient Capital from Osaka
Osaka
8 hours
How about going to Nara,easily accessible from Osaka with me？ It takes only about 30 minutes by train from central Osaka. Let’s explore Japan’s ancient capital , home to three World Heritage sites.You can experience feeding politely bowing deer.
FROM$535/ per group
Osaka’s Hot Combo of Two Toutist Destination
Osaka
3 hours
How about quickly visiting two famous tourist attractions? Dotonbori is the popular shopping and restaurant district of Osaka to maximize your time in Osaka, lined with giant 3D signs and Glico neon sign. The other is Kuromon Market. We can walk to the market in about 10 minutes from Dotonbori area.It has everything from fresh fish to Japanese fine fruits. Let’s enjoy food crawl！
FROM$201/ per group
Osaka’s Hidden Gem with Local Guide
Osaka
5 hours
Do you think Osaka is just a bustling city and the city of comedy？ I’d love to show two temples and a shrine adored by the Osaka natives.Shitennoji Temple, Isshinji Temple and Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine. One of them dates back 2000 years,we are visiting there by tram running near local houses.
FROM$368/ per group
Osaka Combo Tour of Shitennoji and Isshinji temple
Osaka
3 hours
Visit two beloved temples in Osaka The two temple are in Tennoji area. (1) Shitennoji is one of the oldest temples in Japan founded in 593. (2) Isshinji is famous four its Buddha statues made of human ashes. (Osaka is the central business hub in western Japan. This Tennoji area is full of attractions such as Japan’s tallest building, Osaka’s symbol, Tsutenkaku, as well as temples and shrines.)
FROM$201/ per group
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