Hi, I’m Maria
Hi, I’m Maria
I’ve lived in Osaka for 32 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am an English Teacher
Hi, I’m Maria! Osaka is my home, and I’m passionate about sharing its best-kept secrets with visitors. From the bustling streets to the hidden corners, I know all the spots where you can truly experience the city’s spirit. What I love most about Osaka is its street food and local specialties. Whether it's trying unique desserts or exploring food markets, I’m always on the lookout for delicious and unusual finds—especially vegetarian options! I’m familiar with all the vibrant neighborhoods like Dotonbori, Namba, and Umeda, and I can’t wait to show you the best places to shop, eat, and drink. Let’s discover the Osaka I know and love together!
My knowledge & interests
Basic Nutrition
Food
Shopping
Culture & customs
Street food
Theater
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Hikes
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Whiskey
Local beers
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Lifestyle culture
Japanese sake
Landscape photography
Traditional music
My reviews
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Maria was amazing! We very much enjoyed our tour of Osaka with Maria. She was very helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and very patient with us. She introduced us to areas and customs that we were unaware of. We highly recommend City Unscripted and ask for Maria, if possible.
Oct 2025
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This is one of the best tours we have had - Maria did an amazing job introducing us to the local foods around Osaka and introducing us to the culture and sites of the city. The food was fabulous! We highly recommend Maria!
Oct 2025
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Really good tour with guide Maria. Interesting insight into Osaka at my pace based on my interests. Maria contacted me in advance so she could plan my tour.
Sep 2025
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Maria was amazing. We had delicious food, saw some great hidden gems, and enjoyed the entire experience.
Sep 2025