Hi, I’m Jan
Hi, I’m Jan
I’ve lived in Osaka for 23 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Nursing Assistant
I'm Jan, originally from the Philippines. I have lived in Japan for more than 4 years (Tokyo and Osaka). I'm currently living in Osaka. Osaka is the 2nd largest metropolitan in Japan. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife, and street food. You can see Osaka Castle - it's a main historical landmark which is built in the 16th century. They said that Osaka is the street food capital of Japan and is most famous for snacks including Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki (a must-try). You can do a lot of things in Osaka. You can visit USJ (Universal Studio Japan) - you can see Super Mario World and Harry Potter studio and ride different attractions. You can visit Dotonbori - Osaka’s busiest and main travel destination. Street food stalls, restaurants, and souvenir shops line the street of Dotonbori. It’s the centerpiece of most people’s trips to Osaka. It has many things to do in Dotonbori. You can visit Abeno Harukas (the tallest building in Osaka). Views from the too include not just Osaka, but also Kobe, the ink and Sea parts of Nara and Wakayama prefectures. The view is spectacular after dark. You can visit Shinseki and see the Tsutenkaku tower. Shinsekai means “new world” but it's a retro entertainment district where you can glimpse what Japan was like before it got rich. If you are into Art you must visit National Museum for arts - which has a collection that centers on modern arts from 1946. If you like nature, you can also trek Mt. Kongo - the highest mountain in Osaka. You can visit Mt. Koya or Koyasan - which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's one of the sacred sites and pilgrimages of the Kii mountain range. It’s a mystical and sacred mountain in Japan. Koyasan can't be described but must be experienced. Come and visit Osaka. I would be very happy to your you.
My knowledge & interests
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Local speciality drinks
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Video game stores
Music stores
Landscape photography
Sports photography
Food photography
Fashion photography
Commercial photography
Night photography
Nature photography
Post-modern architecture
Classical music
Pop music
Rock music
My reviews
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Jan was an excellent tour guid, he showed me around Osaka, and took me to places i didnt know excited. He showed me the historical scenes and food scenes which i wanted to experience . I highly recommend him to everyone who’s willing to visit Osaka. Thank you Jan
read full reviewJuly 2023
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Jan was very informative, took us to as many sites as possible in the time frame given, he was very friendly and easy to approach with a great sense of humour.....Thank you
read full reviewMay 2023
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Our guide Jan Michael was excellent and he made our stay in Osaka memorable in our tour of Japan. He took to all the unique shops and made us taste all the items .he was very helpful in shopping and taking us to the right shop. This tour with City Unscripted is the best experience we had in Japan . Many thanks for all. We definitely do tours with you guys only.
read full reviewMarch 2023
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Jan was very accommodating and extremely helpful. He did an excellent job!!
read full reviewMarch 2023