# Omotena-Real,LocalHelp inJapan — Explore with local insights!

> Personalized travel advice from local Japanese residents. (iPhone/iPad app by LiveALife inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/omotena-reallocalhelp-injapan/id1443029788 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LiveALife inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1354456361)
- Category: Travel, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2022-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/omotena-reallocalhelp-injapan/id1443029788/reviews.md

## What is Omotena?

Made in Japan, Omotena is designed to make your trip to Japan more fulfilling and enjoyable.
Local people in each area of Japan become helpers, offering recommendations to you based on your personal requests.
Receive in the moment, custom travel advice, more tailored and personal than any web search.


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Omotena’s unique features:
- Have local residents of your chosen destination directly answer your travel questions.
- Enjoy suggestions from a variety of locally situated helpers, each with their own specialities.
- Easy to use, just start by sending a request for free.
- Discover rare and exciting information about Japan that only locals might know.
- Receive in the moment, live information based on the area and season.


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About this service:
- It’s free to send and receive Requests and Suggestions.
- The full service can be used quickly and easily with purchased points.
- Suggestions can be opened for a small amount of points.
- Help can be hired after reading a Suggestion and reviewing the Helper’s details.
- Hiring Help costs a small amount of points.
- Enjoy conversing directly with the Helpers of Omotena, local residents of Japan.


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Recommended uses:
- To research the area of Japan you’ll be visiting before traveling.
- To help plan your trip and any sightseeing during it.
- To expand on information and suggestions previously received from travel guides etc.
- To ensure the places you plan to visit in Japan are the right fit for you.
- To gain seasonal, live information for your time of travel.
- To locate something you’re searching for when traveling.
- To enjoy your destination in a more personally tailored way.
- To discover information not available elsewhere on the web that only locals would know.


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Currently supported languages:
- English
- Japanese


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Check our website for more details.
https://omotena.jp

## Key features

- Local resident recommendations
- Custom travel advice
- Real-time information
- Discover hidden gems
- Personalized trip planning
- Direct conversation with helpers

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 13 Omo | $2.99 | one-time |
| 45 Omo | $9.99 | one-time |
| 160 Omo | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/omotena-reallocalhelp-injapan/id1443029788/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 旅の楽しさが、広がりました！

*2023-07-20*

宿泊したホテルで知って、初めて今回利用したんですが、旅先で気軽に質問できることも良かったし、提案してくれるコーディネーターさんの体験を交えた内容が役に立って、限られた時間の旅では、とても助かりました。
次回は、出発前の旅行経過にも使いたいなと思いました。

## Frequently asked questions about Omotena

### How does Omotena provide local insights?

Omotena connects you with local residents in Japan who act as helpers. They offer recommendations based on your personal travel requests, providing insights that are more tailored than standard web searches.

### Is Omotena free to use?

It is free to send and receive requests and suggestions. However, the full service, including opening suggestions and hiring help, requires purchased points, which are available for a small cost.

### What kind of information can I get from Omotena helpers?

You can receive custom travel advice, discover rare information known only to locals, and get live, seasonal information relevant to your location and the time of your visit.

### Can I use Omotena to plan my entire trip?

Yes, Omotena is recommended for researching areas before visiting, planning sightseeing, expanding on existing travel guide information, and ensuring your planned visits align with your interests.

### What languages does Omotena support?

Omotena currently supports English and Japanese, making it accessible for a range of international travelers visiting Japan.

### When was Omotena last updated?

The latest version, 1.3.1, was last updated on March 22, 2026. This indicates recent development and ongoing support for the application.

### What devices is Omotena available on?

Omotena is available for iPhone and iPod devices, catering to users within the Apple ecosystem.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.1 — 2026-03-22

Fixed minor bugs.

### 1.3.0 — 2025-07-24

[Update Recommended!] We’ve revamped the system and made the following improvements and bug fixes:
	•	Travel destination information is now easier to view and more convenient for planning trips
	•	Improved an issue where notifications were not being delivered
	•	Made the UI more user-friendly
	•	Various other minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.2.3 — 2024-01-26

-Improvements have been made to make it easier to notice suggestions from the Helper.
-Improvements were made to the display rules.
-Fixed minor bugs.

### 1.2.2 — 2023-10-29

・Updated App Name: Now more user-friendly!
・Minor Text Tweaks: For an improved experience.
・Various bug fixes and performance enhancements.

### 1.2.1 — 2023-08-05

- Fixed minor bugs and added support for HEIC format images.

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