Discover Osaka’s Hidden Alleys and Nostalgic Secrets

We had a good walking tour with Ryan. He is knowledgeable about the history and culture of Japan and is a good story teller.

We especially liked the fact that a large portion of the time was spent in a village area, relatively far-away-from Osaka center, which was authentic and local, extremely interesting and not a tourist attraction.

Loys was an absolutely fantastic tour guide, and I can’t recommend him highly enough! He showed me all the highlights of Osaka, including Osaka Castle, a beautiful garden, various temples, and bustling shopping districts. He even brought me to an incredible Japanese curry spot, which was a delicious highlight of the day. Throughout the tour, he patiently answered my countless questions, always gracious, kind, and eager to share his knowledge. What truly set Loys apart was his deep passion for Osaka and his ability to make history and culture come alive through fascinating stories and anecdotes. He had an incredible grasp of Japanese history and traditions, and thanks to him, I gained a much deeper appreciation and understanding of Japanese culture. I also loved that he spoke perfect English and, with his Western background, could offer unique insights into Japan from both a local and a foreigner’s perspective. On top of all that, he had an eye for the best photo spots and helped me capture amazing pictures throughout the tour. He even helped me find unique souvenirs I would have never discovered on my own. At the end of the day, he personally made sure I got back to the train station and onto the bullet train to Tokyo, ensuring I wouldn’t get lost. Loys was easily one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had—his enthusiasm, knowledge, and kindness made the experience truly unforgettable. If any of my friends ever visit Osaka, I will absolutely send them his way. 10/10 recommend!

Fumico showed me around some off beat areas & was very helpful in finding what I wanted to buy

Nisa personalised the day to suit our family, and shared some great insights about the attractions as we visited different areas.

A thoroughly enjoyable evening with Haruhi, our guide. We were met in out hotel & travelled to Osaka Station, then walked from there to the Nakazaki area. It was a fun evening, discovering a totally different side of the city. We went in to a few shops that you wouldn’t have known were there. We would have liked to have stopped for a drink or a bite to eat to experience the area a little more. We did meet the owner of a Hippie Shop while buying earrings, & that was great. We wandered back towards Osaka Station, back to the neon & busy area & enjoyed pon-de-queijo at Mariposa, a little van.