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Joined 2025
Yuji M.
Available Areas
Osaka (Living), Kyoto, Nara
Languages
English
Response Time
14 hours on average
Availability Updated
4 days ago
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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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
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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
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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
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Osaka Instagram Photo Tour with Kimono & Street Food
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.
Osaka Instagram Photo Tour with Kimono & Street Food
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Ancient Capital to Samurai Castle: Osaka Through the Ages
Discover how Osaka grew from an ancient religious center into a powerful samurai stronghold. We begin at Shitennoji Temple, one of Japan’s oldest temples, and explore the early foundations of the Japanese state. Next, we visit the Naniwa Palace site, once a 7th-century political capital. Our journey continues to Osaka Castle, symbol of samurai power and dramatic change. We finish with a short café break to reflect on Osaka’s transformation through the ages.
Ancient Capital to Samurai Castle: Osaka Through the Ages
Reviews
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Ian P.
“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.
Joseph M.
“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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Nicolas I.
Hello, my name is Nicolas. I’m originally from Argentina and have been living in Japan for the past eight years, proudly calling Osaka my home. Being married to a Japanese wife has given me a strong personal connection to the culture and a deeper understanding of everyday life here, far beyond what most visitors get to see. Tourism has always been my passion and profession, and I have spent these years working in the tour industry, helping travelers discover Japan in a meaningful and enjoyable way. I love sharing not only the famous landmarks, but also the small details, stories, and local experiences that make this country so special. My goal is to make every tour feel relaxed, authentic, and memorable—like exploring Japan with a knowledgeable friend who truly loves living here. I look forward to welcoming you and showing you this amazing place I now call home.
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Rina K.
Hi I'm Rina. Thank you for your interest, and welcome to Japan. I was born and raised in Osaka, and I’m truly excited to show you both the city’s famous landmarks and its hidden gems. Osaka is full of incredible food and fun places to explore. I enjoy guiding guests into Osaka’s hidden, local neighborhoods where you can taste unusual dishes and discover spots only locals know. I look forward to guiding you through an Osaka you’ll want to return to. Soy principiante y no hablo mucho español, pero me encanta recibir a huéspedes hispanohablantes.
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Kenji O.
I lived in Seattle, WA US for several years to study public policy and urban planning at University of Washington and Washington State Department of Transportation . The US life has awakened me to realize its beauty and value of the Japanese nature and culture. After coming back from US, I have started my professional career of the infrastructure development in both developed and developing countries as a Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) expert for more than 20 years. I have provided hospitality and honesty as a Japanese during my professional career. I can give you not only sightseeing tours but also technical tours with my expertise. I live in Osaka where an ancient capital city, Kyoto is located within a hour by train. I can show you how Japanese has developed the capital city with urban planning and infrastructure development. I look forward to seeing you here in Japan.
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