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
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Japanese sake
Landscape photography
Traditional music
My reviews
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Maria was AMAZING. She gave me exactly the experience I wanted and I enjoyed every minute.
April 2025
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Maria was lovely and set a pace that was good for our group. She helped us with transit passes and banking! She took us to a nice place for good food and a good store for knives. she set a good route that made sense in the time allowed. Thank you Maria!
April 2025
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Maria clearly loves Osaka and it shows. We had just visited Dotonbori the day before but were disappointed with what we found. Maria took us there and showed us some great spots and shared some good history.
April 2025
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Thank you Maria ! It was a great day. Very interesting, you have a great humor and you cared a lot !
April 2025