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Dotonbori is full of nightlife & entertainment!
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Don't forget to try Takoyaki, octopus ball!
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Osaka Castle - the symbol of the city
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Glico Running Man sign in Dotonbori
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Dotonbori offers a lot of unique signs!
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Umeda Sky Building
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Beautiful night view from observation deck of Umeda Sky Building
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Ohatsu Tenjin - a sanctuary for lovers
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Pokemon Center Osaka
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Studio Ghibli Store
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Joined 2025
Yuji M.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
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Osaka (Living), Kyoto, Nara
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About Tour Guide Yuji M.
Hi! I'm a national certified tour guide and your new local buddy. Let’s discover the city’s famous sights and hidden gems together. You’ll laugh, learn, and by the end, maybe even fall a little in love with Osaka.
Important
I mainly work on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), but Friday may be available upon request.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Highlights
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Art, Culture, & Historical
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Off the Beaten Path
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Osaka
3 hours
Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Hidden Osaka – Private 3h Tour
Discover Osaka beyond the guidebooks on this private 3-hour tour. Visit Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and Nipponbashi while exploring how the city evolved from a samurai stronghold into Japan’s merchant capital and modern cultural hub. Along the way, I’ll share local insights, hidden stories, and tips that you won’t find online — and I can also take natural photos of you during the tour. Perfect for first-time visitors who want both highlights and deeper understanding of Osaka.
Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Hidden Osaka – Private 3h Tour
FROM$114/ per group
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Osaka
3 hours
Hidden Osaka: Shrines, Markets & Retro Streets
Step away from the busy tourist areas and discover a more local side of Osaka. We begin at Osaka Temmangu Shrine, a peaceful place loved by locals and connected to the city’s history. Then we walk through Tenjinbashisuji, the longest shopping street in Japan, filled with small shops and street food. Finally, we explore Nakazaki-cho, a retro neighborhood that survived wartime destruction and is now home to cozy cafés and vintage stores. Experience Osaka beyond the guidebooks.
Hidden Osaka: Shrines, Markets & Retro Streets
FROM$114/ per group
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Kyoto
4 hours
Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour
This half-day tour begins at Fushimi Inari Shrine, a sacred site with more than 1,300 years of history, famous for thousands of vermilion torii gates. Next, we will take a train to another district and visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum. Here you will learn how Japan’s iconic drink has been crafted for centuries and enjoy a tasting of several sake varieties. We will wrap up the tour with a leisurely stroll through the lively Otesuji Shopping Arcade.
Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour
FROM$146/ per group
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Osaka
3 hours
Capture Your Osaka Moments: Photo Walk with a Licensed Guide
Explore Osaka through a photographer’s lens. Start with a kimono experience to immerse yourself in Japanese culture. Once dressed, we will stroll through the vibrant streets of Dotonbori while discovering its history, culture, and hidden local spots. Along the way, we will enjoy authentic Osaka street food such as Takoyaki (octopus dumpling). During the tour, I will take natural and professional-looking portrait photos of you, capturing beautiful and unforgettable moments of your journey.
Capture Your Osaka Moments: Photo Walk with a Licensed Guide
FROM$114/ per group
Reviews
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Ian P.
5 / 5
Mar 1, 2026
“Half Day Kyoto Tour”
Yuji is a great guide. He not only took us in the tour but gave us lots of tips of other things to do, how to get there and when to go. We also did the Samaria photos - definitely recommend. Yogi is very flexible so discuss with him what you want to do in advance and he will work it out
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Yuji M.
Thank you, Ian, for your warm comment. It was a pleasure guiding you and Suzie. Also, I'm so glad to hear that you loved Samurai photo experience! Again, thank you for choosing me as your guide. I hope I'll have a chance to travel with you again someday.
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Joseph M.
5 / 5
Oct 27, 2025
“Wonderfully Friendly Guide”
We had a lovely afternoon walking through Nakazakicho and Tenma with Yuji. He is an incredibly friendly, pleasant, and enthusiastic guide who clearly enjoys sharing Osaka with visitors. He navigated the areas perfectly, showed us charming hidden spots, and answered all our questions helpfully and clearly.
Yuji M.
Thank you so much for your warm comment, Joseph. It was a real pleasure guiding you around in the Nakazakicho neighborhood and I’m glad to know you enjoyed it. I also had a wonderful time with you and your family. I would be more than happy if I became a part of your great memories of Japan.
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