Hi, I’m Alex
Hi, I’m Alex
I’ve lived in Osaka for 23 years
I speak English, Spanish, Japanese and some French
I am Tour Guide
Hey there, I'm Alex, your Osaka foodie and nature enthusiast! Osaka's vibrant street food scene, bustling food markets, and serene gardens have my heart. I'm your go-to guide for savoring the best street eats, exploring local cuisine at its finest, and strolling through beautiful parks and scenic routes. With an in-depth knowledge of Osaka's neighborhoods, I'm here to make your visit unforgettable. Let's embark on a delicious and picturesque journey through this amazing city together!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Arts
Nature / outdoors
History
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Theater
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
My reviews
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Alex was fantastic. Very good with the kids and super flexible to their ever changing needs. Also had lots of knowledge of locations and culture which made for some great conversation for the Adults.
January 2025
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With a very indecisive 11yo and 1 super energetic 8yo, doing guided tours can be a challenge. Alex almost immediately put that at ease with his warm and welcoming personality. He was very accomodating of the children’s needs and had some great idea’s for things to do with them that they enjoyed very much. That alone was more than enough, however his knowledge of the area and its culture made for some very interesting conversation for the adults as well. It was an absolute pleasure and I highly recommend Alex as a guide.
January 2025
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Alex was our amazing Osaka tour guide. We are active and curious so it was fabulous to walk through so many unique neighborhoods and special vista points for iconic photos customized to our interests. Alex is very kind, fun and knowledgable. We loved asking him questions as we walked, took the subway, and enjoyed the local sights together. His enthusiasm and respect of Japan and its history, culture, food, and activities were contagious- how fortunate we were to tour Osaka with Alex!
December 2024
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Alex was our amazing Osaka tour guide. We are active and curious so it was fabulous to walk through so many unique neighborhoods and special vista points for iconic photos customized to our interests. Alex is very kind, fun and knowledgable. We loved asking him questions as we walked, took the subway, and enjoyed the local sights together. His enthusiasm and respect of Japan and its history, culture, food, and activities were contagious- how fortunate we were to tour Osaka with Alex!
December 2024