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Joined 2026
Jonathan R.
Available Areas
Osaka (Living), Kyoto, Nara
Languages
English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
15 hours on average
Availability Updated
4 days ago
About Tour Guide Jonathan R.
Hi, my name is Jonathan,
Join me and help me craft an incredible experience in my favorite part of the world, Kansai.
Join me in an unforgettable experience exploring Kansai with me and my highly modified Mitsubishi Evo 6 'Gokuro San'.
I've lived in Japan for 18 years, I know Kansai inside out, and I work in the car export industry in Japan. Join me for my favorite tour, the JDM Experience, and cruise the Kanjo loop with me at night. Or explore the Ikoma 'Drift' Mountains with me for a day trip (this can also be incredible at night!). Also, send me a custom tour request, and I can custom build something for you! We could check out a car auction, head to a Japanese racetrack, or tour the Kyoto or Nara 'drift' mountains. Why not build a combination of both? Send me a message, and we can build an unforgettable experience.
I speak fluent Japanese, I can help with translations; I know all the best spots for food and drink. Send me a message; and even if I can't help, I can point you in the right direction.
See you on tour!
Important
Message me for a customized experience! Let me know what you like; and I can send you a custom itinerary made just for you based on what you like, and your personality.
Saturdays (especially the last Saturday of every month) are the bookings with the best chance to see the coolest cars in JDM Meets. Other nights might be quieter; but we can check social media for the best possible spot any night.
Events and tours may be cancelled in very bad weather.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Osaka Night Drive KanjoLoop Expressway, AmericaMura and HighashiOsaka PA
Live the Neo-Osaka nightlife driving in a highly customed Evo 6. Feel the blow-off valve rip, as we cruise around the neon-lit famous Kanjo Loop. AmericaMura or HigashiOsaka will host impromptu car meets most nights of the week (Sat being the best), look for JDM Legends in the wild. There will be plenty of Instagram-able moments... Amazing insight into JDM Culture, a great fit for Car enthusiasts, families or just someone who wants to take some incredible photos to make friends jealous at home.
Osaka Night Drive KanjoLoop Expressway, AmericaMura and HighashiOsaka PA
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Nara and Ikoma 'Drift' Moutains Driving Experience
Day Tour exploring the gorgeous and scenic Touge Ikoma 'Drift' mountains. Channel your inner Initial-D Takumi on the Curved Roads and incredible views. Especially incredible during the changing seasons, with the Cherry Blossoms looking incredible in Spring, and the falling autumn leaves in Fall. The JDM car culture connected to the Ikoma Mountains and the Skyline driving pass is a blend of motorsport enthusiasm, underground street racing history, and breathtaking scenic drives.
Nara and Ikoma 'Drift' Moutains Driving Experience
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Koyasan UNESCO Temple Road Trip — Scenic Drive in a Mitsubishi Evo 6
Koyasan (Mt. Koya) is one of Japan’s most sacred destinations. A peaceful mountain-top temple town founded over 1,200 years ago. Hidden in the misty cedar forests of Wakayama, Koyasan is famous for its spiritual atmosphere, stunning temple architecture, and the unforgettable Okunoin cemetery trail. We’ll leave Osaka behind and head deep into the mountains in my iconic Mitsubishi Evo6. Unlike public transport, this experience is comfortable, time-efficient, and fully guided.
Koyasan UNESCO Temple Road Trip — Scenic Drive in a Mitsubishi Evo 6
Reviews
Viacheslav S.
“My dream came true”
Ride around Osaka Kanjo loop was my dream since childhood, thank you so much Jonathan!
Connor C.
“Very good experience ”
despite not seeing too many cool cars we still got to drive around in a sick s15 and supra and got to see some cool bikes and at the end of the night Jonno dropped me off at a recommend bar where i got to experience the best night in osaka thank you very much for this experience :)
Maxime L.
“Balade en voiture avec Jonathan ”
Excellente expérience, jonathan passionné d’automobile vous partagera son expérience des voitures Nipponne mais aussi la culture Japonaise lors de visites. je recommande !
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Jonathan R.
Maxime! It was amazing meeting you and your son. I had a fantastic day showing you Osaka and Ikoma, and I genuinely enjoyed your warm conversation. Thank you for doing your best with English! I'll have to work more on my French! Haha!
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