Dotonbori is full of nightlife & entertainment!

Don't forget to try Takoyaki, octopus ball!

Osaka Castle - the symbol of the city

Glico Running Man sign in Dotonbori

Dotonbori offers a lot of unique signs!

Umeda Sky Building

Beautiful night view from observation deck of Umeda Sky Building

Ohatsu Tenjin - a sanctuary for lovers

Pokemon Center Osaka

Studio Ghibli Store

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Yuji M.

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Kyoto, Nara, Osaka (Living)

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English

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About Tour Guide Yuji M.

Hi! I'm a certified guide in Osaka 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.

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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!

Half-Day Tour of Osaka’s Must-See Sights

Explore the must-see highlights of Osaka in just half a day! This guided tour takes you through three of the city’s most iconic spots: the majestic Osaka Castle, the lively streets of Dotonbori, and the vibrant subculture hub of Nipponbashi (Den Den Town). Learn about Osaka’s rich history, enjoy local street food, and experience the unique blend of tradition and modern pop culture — all in one exciting tour. Perfect for first-time visitors who want to make the most of their time in Osaka!

Half-Day Tour of Osaka’s Must-See Sights

FROM$131/ per group

Osaka

3 hours

The Hidden Gem of Osaka: Nakazaki-cho & Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street

Discover a hidden side of Osaka that most tourists miss! In this walking tour, we'll explore the nostalgic and artsy neighborhood of Nakazaki-cho, filled with retro cafes and unique vintage shops. Then, we'll stroll through Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, the longest shopping street in Japan, where you can enjoy authentic local foods and lively market vibes. Finally, we'll visit Osaka Temmangu Shrine, known for its deep history and as the home of the famous Tenjin Festival.

The Hidden Gem of Osaka: Nakazaki-cho & Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street

FROM$131/ per group

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

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$164/ per group

Osaka

3 hours

Photogenic Osaka: A Walking Tour of Umeda

This evening photo walk takes you through some of the most photogenic spots in Osaka’s Umeda area. We’ll start at Osaka Station and the LUCUA rooftop garden, where you can enjoy the golden hour and city views. Next, we’ll visit Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine, a peaceful and romantic place known for its lantern-lit paths. The tour ends at the Umeda Sky Building, offering stunning night views from the Floating Garden Observatory.

Photogenic Osaka: A Walking Tour of Umeda

FROM$157/ per group

Osaka

3 hours

Half-Day Tour of Osaka’s Must-See Sights

Explore the must-see highlights of Osaka in just half a day! This guided tour takes you through three of the city’s most iconic spots: the majestic Osaka Castle, the lively streets of Dotonbori, and the vibrant subculture hub of Nipponbashi (Den Den Town). Learn about Osaka’s rich history, enjoy local street food, and experience the unique blend of tradition and modern pop culture — all in one exciting tour. Perfect for first-time visitors who want to make the most of their time in Osaka!

Half-Day Tour of Osaka’s Must-See Sights

FROM$131/ per group

Osaka

3 hours

The Hidden Gem of Osaka: Nakazaki-cho & Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street

Discover a hidden side of Osaka that most tourists miss! In this walking tour, we'll explore the nostalgic and artsy neighborhood of Nakazaki-cho, filled with retro cafes and unique vintage shops. Then, we'll stroll through Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, the longest shopping street in Japan, where you can enjoy authentic local foods and lively market vibes. Finally, we'll visit Osaka Temmangu Shrine, known for its deep history and as the home of the famous Tenjin Festival.

The Hidden Gem of Osaka: Nakazaki-cho & Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street

FROM$131/ per group

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$164/ per group

Osaka

3 hours

Photogenic Osaka: A Walking Tour of Umeda

This evening photo walk takes you through some of the most photogenic spots in Osaka’s Umeda area. We’ll start at Osaka Station and the LUCUA rooftop garden, where you can enjoy the golden hour and city views. Next, we’ll visit Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine, a peaceful and romantic place known for its lantern-lit paths. The tour ends at the Umeda Sky Building, offering stunning night views from the Floating Garden Observatory.

Photogenic Osaka: A Walking Tour of Umeda

FROM$157/ per group

Yuji M.

Date

People

Available Areas

Kyoto, Nara, Osaka (Living)

Languages

English

Response Time

10 hours on average

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