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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Wonderful tour with Maria. We saw not only some of the most popular sites in Osaka but also areas more frequented by locals. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Osaka - especially for the first time. And if you want an exceptional and fun guide who speaks excellent English, request Maria. She was terrific.
22 December 2025
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My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed today’s tour. Maria was terrific and we had a wonderful time visiting lots of incredible sites across Osaka. Would definitely seek out a future tour through City Unscripted and request Maria.
22 December 2025
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Great tour to get introduced into the city of Osaka. Tour listens to your wishes and things you would like to see so gets you to the best places.
17 December 2025
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Maria went out of her way to talk to all of us (we are a family of 6 with 4 teenagers) and she was just perfect for our experience. We couldn’t speak more highly of her and thoroughly recommend her for anyone wanting a really special family experience.
10 December 2025