Having Takuya recommended to us by Osaka locals was a highlight of our trip. Professional, knowledgeable of both historical fact and current affairs , combined with his ability to fine tune his tours to our special interests maximized our time in both Osaka and Kyoto.
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I offer a range of expertly-guided Japan day tours in the Kansai region and beyond. I can guarantee you a flexible and fun private tour of Japan whatever you choose. I can provide you with an unforgettable day trip from Osaka with authentic cultural experiences combining your list of must-visit places with my own recommendations. I will give you insight into Japanese life that you won’t find in any guidebook! So come and join me as we explore Osaka and beyond on day trips to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and the beautiful Japanese countryside.
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Our trip was supposed to end with Takuya dropping us off at our restaurant, but we invited him to join us and he graciously did. Having him there made a great deal of difference as he order off of the Japanese menu and not the “Tourist English” menu.
My parents and I were so incredibly fortunate to discover Takuya-san here on TripAdvisor. We spent four wonderful days with him in Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka last year where he served as our guide, companion, and — unexpectedly — photographer!
We had a wonderful day visiting Shoguns palace, blossom covered canal area, shrines,temple, authentic lunch, Japanese tea garden and Geisha area. Takuya gave us an insight into real Japan. It was the highlight of our 18 days in Japan.
If you are traveling to Japan and are looking for a local that is fluent in English and that will be able to give you an inside look to amazing food, culture, history plus anything else you may want to know about the country, look no further. Takuya is the one for you.
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Seek out the true Japanese traditions with my carefully selected range of experiences. From relaxing in hot springs and taking part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony to going on a pub crawl in Osaka, there is something for everyone with my specially selected experiences.
Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
Onsen (Hot Springs)
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The opening day of Hanazono Kintetsu Liners at historic Hanazono Stadium. I need to fill me up with craft beer from Nara and beer steak donburi before the game. #rugby #rugbyfootball #craftbeer #hanazonokintetsuliners #osaka #higashiosaka #japan #leagueone #yamatobrewery #beer #craftbeer #beefsteakdonburi #beefsteak #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya
New cocktail, Osaka Sunset. The first Sun of 2023 sets beautifully. #cocktail #gintonic #osaka #japan #harukas #harukas300 #barplus #osakamarriottmiyakohotel #mariott #sunset #newyear #2023 #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya
40 minutes plus ride from Osaka to Kyoto in front of the Japanese dry rock garden on train. It’s always the luxury on this special Hankyu Limited Express “Garaku”. #garaku #hankyu #osaka #kyoto #hankyukyotoline #6300系 #japanesegarden #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya #雅楽
My mission for the new year is to visit Rokuhara Mitsuji Temple to receive the fortune ear of rice and put a few charms to bring me safe and prosperity. And I have to drink Kofukucha tea so I can beat the silly pandemic. Back home, I have to install it above my entrance door so the ear of ride will bring me good luck whiner I walk underneath it. #kyoto #japan #temple #buddhism #buddhisttemple #rokuharamitsuji #rokuharamitsujitemple #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya #弁財天吉祥初稲穂 #皇服茶
Happy New Year! Year 2023 kicked off and I visited the most popular shrine for the new year prayer in Osaka, Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine. As I expected, there were unbelievable numbers of people and the long lines all the way from the train station. After visiting one shrine after another, I could eventually made my wish at the main shrine. My first wish of 2023 is that all my dearest guests from overseas will be able to visit Japan without any restrictions, and I could assist them for their wonderful and memorable tours throughout this historic and beautiful country, Japan. #japan #newyear #2023 #newyear2023 #sumiyoshitaisha #shrine #newyearprayer #hatsumoude #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya #初詣 #2023初詣 #osaka
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On the way to the huge bath room the landmark hotel of Noboribetsu Onsen. This elevator is designated only for seven different types of spa water. It’s time to wash sweat off and relax. #noboribetsu #hokkaido #noboribetsuonsen #hotsprings #onsen #daiichitakimotokan #privatetourconcierge #privatetourjapan #japanprivatetour #tour_guide_takuya #tourjapan #japantour #japantravel #traveljapan @tour_guide_takuya #elevator #第一滝本館
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