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Joined 2024
Yacine Z.
Available Areas
Kyoto, Osaka (Living)
Languages
English, French (Native), Japanese
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Yacine Z.
I've been living in Japan since 2016. I speak fluent Japanese and work as a translator in addition to my guiding activities. I'd be delighted to guide you around the Kansai region, which includes Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and Nara, among others. I've been lucky enough to guide over 200 people since I started guiding, and I hope to be able to share my passion for Japan with as many people as possible.
I'm available for half-day or full-day tours.
Tours are available in English or French, depending on your preferences.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Reviews
Az E.
“Yacine is a top-class guide who made our 4 days in Osaka and Kobe truly unforgettable.”
From start to finish, he planned our visits perfectly for both adults and teenagers, ensuring that each day was enjoyable and engaging for everyone. Thanks to his advice, we avoided crowded spots and discovered unique places that made the tour feel truly special. The itinerary was well-organised, thoughtfully planned, and tailored to our interests. Yacine’s knowledge, professionalism, and friendly approach made the experience smooth, relaxed, and memorable. Thank you, Yacine, for this wonderful experience of Osaka and Kobe. We highly recommend anyone looking for a guide in the area to reach out to him — you won’t be disappointed!
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Yacine Z.
Thank you for booking with me. It was a great pleasure.
Gila B.
“Amazing tour of Kyoto”
We had Yacine for 4 days and he was great! He was patient and extremely knowledgeable he explained the history behind all of the locations we went to. I highly recommend Yacine!
Yacine Z.
Thank you for booking with me. It was a pleasure.
Tomo G.
“Very reliable and liked by the entire group!”
Excellent English and Japanese as well as having deep love and knowledge for Kyoto and Kansai area had made the entire group feel warm and at ease. His professionalism and love for his job was felt right off the bat. We will definitely use him again thank you!
Yacine Z.
Thank you very much!
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