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Joined 2025
Vicky S.
Available Areas
Osaka (Living), Kobe, Kyoto, Nara
Languages
Chinese (Traditional) (Native), English, Japanese
Response Time
13 hours on average
Availability Updated
5 days ago
About Tour Guide Vicky S.
Hi,I'm Vicky. based in Osaka. I have been living in Japan 6 years.I used to be a radio host in China for 10 years before moved to Japan. which helped me develop strong communication skills and a warm presentation style.
I completed my graduate studies in Japan, and now I’m excited to share this country’s culture, history, and everyday life with visitors from around the world. I am a native Chinese speaker, fluent in English, and also able to communicate in Japanese for daily conversation, so I can easily connect with guests from different backgrounds.
Outside of guiding, I am passionate about traveling, exploring local cuisines, and enjoying K-POP music. I love discovering hidden gems and unique experiences, and I would be delighted to introduce you not only to Japan’s famous landmarks, but also to its local food, culture, and lifestyle.
I look forward to making your time in Japan both memorable and enjoyable. Let’s explore together!
Important
Also can work in Japanese public holidays
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
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Private Osaka Tour, Highlights & Hidden Gems 100% Personalised
Experience Osaka like never before on a customized walking tour with a passionate local host. From vibrant districts to serene shrines, uncover hidden gems, rich history, and dynamic culture—all tailored to your interests. Enjoy immersive stories, cultural insights, and spontaneous discoveries that reveal the city's true essence, making for an unforgettable adventure beyond the guidebooks.We’ll walk and use Osaka’s easy train system to get to, let's enjoy together.
Private Osaka Tour, Highlights & Hidden Gems 100% Personalised
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A Car Trip from Osaka to Kyoto in One Day
If you want to visit as many cities as possible during your limited stay in Japan. In such cases, private car tours are recommended. Avoid crowded buses, tedious train transfers, and expensive taxies. I will cover all major sightseeing spots in Kyoto and Osaka in one day in comfort!
A Car Trip from Osaka to Kyoto in One Day
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Osaka Umeda 5-Hour Walking Itinerary
Umeda, the vibrant downtown of Osaka, perfectly combines modern city life with stylish comfort. Surrounded by skyscrapers, it’s home to luxury malls like Grand Front Osaka and , where you can experience the essence of Japanese-style shopping. For breathtaking skyline views, visit the Umeda Sky Building and its Floating Garden Observatory, offering 360° views of the city. After exploring, relax in one of Umeda’s many chic cafés, enjoying carefully brewed coffee and a calm urban atmosphere.
Osaka Umeda 5-Hour Walking Itinerary
Reviews
Andrea Z.
“Outstanding Tour Guide and Tour of Kyoto”
We spent a full day with Vicky. She is incredibly knowledgeable and pleasant, and flexible. I had asked for 3 or 4 places to visit and also asked for some meal reservations, and she was able to make everything, and more, happen. Midway through the day, I was fatigued ( from previous day tour ) and she was able to pivot the remainder of the day to accomodate me but still allow others to see the sights. We spent 9 hours together and she was an absolute delight all day. I would book with her again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Vicky!
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Vicky S.
Dear Mrs.Andrea, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. It truly means a lot to me. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the day and that I could help make it comfortable and memorable for everyone. Thank you as well for your flexibility during the tour — I’m glad we were able to adjust the plan and still enjoy so many wonderful places together. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you, and I sincerely appreciate your trust. I would be absolutely delighted to guide you again anytime you return to Japan. Thank you again for choosing me, and I hope to see you in the future! Best regards, Vicky
Stefan L.
“A nice and memorable trip in Osaka”
The day with Vicky was exactly as I had imagined it. Since she is very open and articulate, we got along well right away. When I asked to take things a bit more slowly because I was still a little tired from the day before, she immediately accommodated my request. It turned into a relaxed and informative stroll through the city, in very pleasant and worldly company, with beautiful weather. Thank you for that, Vicky — thumbs up, 5/5!
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Vicky S.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. I’m truly happy to hear that the day was just as you had imagined. It was also a real pleasure for me to spend such a relaxed and enjoyable time walking through the city with you. I’m glad I could adjust the pace so you could feel comfortable and fully enjoy the day. Thank you again for your warm words, and I sincerely hope to have the chance to show you more of Japan in the future.
Sheri L.
“Delightful day with Vicky”
We had a delightful tour with Vicky. She was so sweet and accommodating. She went above and beyond to make sure we got onto the right train at the end of the tour. She was also flexible adjusting the tour to meet our needs.
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Vicky S.
Thanks for two kind and nice ladies. I’m very happy to have spent half a day with you in Osaka. Your curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring Osaka truly touched me. I hope your friendship lasts forever, and I wish you a wonderful and fulfilling first trip to Japan.
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