Akira was excellent, he provides great directions for photos and makes you feel really comfortable. The photos he took came out great!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Natural posing guidance (beginner-friendly)
- 35+ professionally retouched photos
- Photos stored in cloud for 30 days
- Guided walk through iconic neon spots and hidden local streets
- Flexible shooting route based on lighting, weather, and crowds
- Digital delivery via private online gallery within 3 days
Excludes
- Raw Photos
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Your photographer will be waiting for you holding a camera outside of Family Mart.
Return
- Your photographer will be waiting for you holding a camera outside of Family Mart.
Itinerary
We begin at the iconic Dotonbori Glico Sign, one of Osaka’s most recognizable photo locations. Rather than simply recreating the standard shot, we approach it with the own artistic direction-combining a distinct visual style, professional photography, and guided posing to produce a refined, elevated version of this classic scene. The result is a set of images that feel unique and cannot be easily replicated elsewhere.
Next, we walk along the lively Dotonbori canal and shopping street, using its vibrant signage and layered city backdrops for a range of dynamic shots. From there, we move into a hidden alley location with a distinct Showa-era feel-narrow passageways, aged facades, and a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of mid-20th century Japan. This setting offers a quieter, more intimate contrast to the energy of the main street and adds depth and variety to the final set.
Finally, we head into Uranamba, the backstreets of Namba where few tourists venture. This area has a distinctly nostalgic, timeworn atmosphere, with a maze of narrow streets, glowing neon lights, and tucked-away local spots. It’s a visually rich setting that offers a completely different mood and makes for truly unique photos.
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Reviews
Our experience with Akira was amazing! He was a great communicator and took my wife and me to some incredible spots. We received our photos within a week and couldn’t be happier with how they turned out. Highly recommend Akira!
We had an exceptional session! Both Akira and Niko were very friendly and made us feel comfortable throughout the session! We enjoyed the photos spots and poses. We will definitely do it again if we revisit Japan!
Thanks for the experience and thanks for the photos—they turned out beautifully! I found Noaki via Instagram, and he also shared some great tips about Kyoto and Osaka.
Akira was the best! I usually don’t know how to pose for anything but he made the whole process really simple and fun! Definitely will come back for another shoot with him in the future.
Amazing way to capture photos of your time in Japan especially as a solo traveler. The guides were very kind and fun to work and talk with definitely booking with them when I come back
I had such a wonderful photoshoot with Akira in Osaka! He was incredibly kind, warm-hearted, and fun to be around. From the very beginning, he made me feel comfortable and at ease, almost like spending time with a friend rather than being at a photoshoot. Despite a few language barriers, we laughed so much, and the time just flew by! It was such a lovely and memorable experience, and I’m genuinely grateful for the beautiful moments we created and to top it off the photos he showed me were amazing! Thank you, Akira! ❤️
We booked our photo tour with Akira through Getyourguide.com This being our first public photoshoot in japan we were very nervous however Akira was great at making us feel comfortable and excited about the photos. He was there early waiting for us at the meeting spot and was very easy to find and approach. He showed us previews of the photos and has an amazing eye for composition. I am very excited to see the finished photos after the touch ups are complete. I would recommend him to anyone local or tourist needing photos in Osaka. 10/10 no complaints or notes at all he was funny and personable while maintaining an aura of professionalism.
Had an amazing photography experience with Yu in Osaka! From exploring the city’s iconic spots to capturing beautiful moments, the entire experience was seamless and enjoyable. Yu was professional, friendly, and had a great eye for detail, making the shoot feel effortless and fun. Excellent service and a wonderful way to capture memories of Osaka. Highly recommend!
Akira was a very friendly and professional photograph. Made so much fun!
Akira was early and let us know he was there, Friendly greeting and good English spoken. Made the photo shoot fun and entertaining and was patient with the crowd of people around us.
AKIRA took our photos, and the whole experience left us amazed! Communication with him and his assistant was wonderful, and they made us feel right at home. And the photos—wow! Don’t hesitate to book a photo session; you’ll love both the experience and the results. Especially if you’re visiting Japan, having these memories to take home is so special. Thank you so much! 🙏🏻
Great experience! Akira was amazing very professional and helpful. I got asked about the type of pictures I’d like and the atmosphere and Akira was able to grasp that pretty quick. He knows the best spots in Osaka to have a photoshoot worth the money. He made it very easy to meet him and we navigated around Dotonbori in order to take the pictures. I would recommend his services 100%
Thank you so much, Yu and team, for such a fun night and for giving us photos that we'll keep forever. They turned out amazing and we had such a great time. From the very beginning, everyone made us feel comfortable and made the entire experience so easy with posing guidance. You captured us, the energy of Osaka, and all of the city lights so beautifully. There are so many photos that I love that it's hard to even choose favorites! The whole experience felt relaxed and natural, and the final photos are even better than I hoped they would be. We've done photoshoots before, but this is easily my favorite. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Osaka, and I will definitely be looking you all up again the next time we're in town!
Akira was great!! So friendly & professional. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for someone to take pictures for your trip. Highly recommend :)
Both were very friendly, we had an amazing time doing this session, we could had a great conversation with them, learning new things and Japanese words. Thank you for such a good time! 本当にありがとうございます🙏🏼
The entire experience was fantastic from start to finish. Akira knew the trendy and yet quiet spots for the photoshoot, which made it both stylish and relaxed. He and his team were amazing, supporting and professional throughout.
It was a wonderful experience shooting with Yuri. She was very courteous and has a great knack for photography. She put my doubts to rest and helped me strike some cool poses. I would definitely recommend Yumi as well as Yuri in particular.
My husband and I had an amazing time with Akira. He had very creative ideas and made us feel very comfortable during the shoot. The pic’s he showed us directly from the camera looked very promising and we can’t wait to see the end results! Definitely recommend Akira to capture a few cool clicks of you and your loved ones during your trip to Japan!
Had an awesome experience taking the coolest shots through Osaka with my photographer Nao. He was very nice, showing me how to pose when I asked and was very patient throughout. Cannot wait to see the end results! Love getting to see knew spots through a locals perspective as well. One one the coolest things to do in Japan if you’re solo traveling.
Im so very happy with the results. YU is a very good and a professional photographer, he helps me a lot and answers all my questions I recommend 100% this experience.
Naoki was an absolute legend! He took some street photos of me in Osaka, and I honestly love how they turned out. His photography is amazing, and he really knows how to capture the right moments and vibes. On top of that, he was super friendly and easy to work with. Highly recommend Naoki if you’re looking for a photographer in Osaka! 📸🔥
Yumi was AMAZING, He immediately put us at ease, laughing and joking! He has incredible energy! He knows a lot of places, and is super helpful!
The experience is awesome! Yu and his team works wonders :) They're very friendly and cool. Worth every penny! I also love the shots and the location itself. Kudos to Yu and your team ✨
Great Photoshoot, I really like every picture !!!!
Great photographer, super professional and helpful. Great photoshoot.
We were approached by Jun on the bridge in front of the Glico sign in Osaka, and we’re so glad we said yes. He was incredibly friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable from the start. He knew all the best spots and made the whole experience fun and relaxed. The photos turned out amazing, and they’re some of our favourite memories from our trip to Japan. If you get the chance to have your photos taken by Jun, I highly recommend it. Thank you again!
Very professional. Made you feel very comfortable . Great experience . A must do!!!!! Highly rated
Met Jun in Osaka. Great experience, lovely person and great photographs. Definitely worth it. Recommend 100%.
Amazingly friendly and talented photographer! Thank you Jun! :)
Amazing experience and great photos!
The photographer was so nice and experienced. Great job ever
Got a nice lil picture taken super professional
Very nice and encouraging. Would totally recommend as his pictures are 10/10. He is also very helpful in when it comes to showing what to do to pose for the camera.
Great since I had been advised from the prophesional I believe it's perfect
Awesome experience. And very kind and professional guide and photographer.
photos were AWSOMEEE i really liked it thank youu
They took it for free, but they were kind and posed for pictures
It was a nice experience to be approached by Jun and directed for a quick photoshoot in dotonbori, especially for solo traveller! Happy for all the pics! Arigato!!
good vibes with june. super chill guy
Super chill and friendly photographer
Such a fabulous spontaneous activity!
Jun asked me if he could take some photos of me. I was looking for someone to do it so it was kinda of destiny to meet him. He was really nice and helped me to pose better.
Nos gustó mucho y nos trataron excelente. Thank you very much!
June and Naoki were amazing. Kind, pariente, good control of the group and wise. They were very fun and sociable and they made our time in Osaka absolutely perfect. They are the perfect duo to take you around Osaka! Hoping to come back to Japan and definitely meeting them again!
Had fun with Naoki. Got pretty pics with the help of his guidance. Would definitely recommend
This was my first experience doing an outdoor photoshoot alone during my solo trip to Osaka, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of my journey. It had rained the entire day before my shoot, so I was worried that the weather would ruin the experience. On the day of the photoshoot, I received a message from the manager, Takumi, informing me that the photographer originally assigned to me had fallen sick. Despite the last-minute change, Takumi handled everything professionally and responded to my messages promptly. I told him I completely understood the situation and even offered to postpone the shoot to the next day if another photographer was available. Within minutes, Naoki was assigned, and everything—from the meeting location to the timing—was arranged smoothly on the same day. When I met Naoki, he was incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. We chatted about my son, who also works in media and photography. I even showed Naoki some of my son's Formula 1 shots, and he was genuinely impressed. As someone who is quite shy in front of the camera, I really appreciated how Naoki patiently guided me with poses and made me feel comfortable throughout the session. The entire experience felt relaxed, fun, and natural. By the end of the shoot, we had become friends. He even asked me what my secret was to looking so young! I told him the secret is simply staying young at heart. He was shocked when I revealed that I'm actually 15 years older than him... but let's keep that our little secret! Overall, everything went perfectly, and I couldn't have asked for a better first solo photoshoot experience. I highly recommend Yumi Photographer. I've also seen their photography work in Tokyo, and it's absolutely stunning. If you're looking for beautiful travel memories captured by talented and friendly photographers, they're definitely worth booking!
I really enjoyed the photoshoot and even it’s my first, the photographer was so nice, friendly and patient to me. He taught me to pose better and also took good angles for my photos to be great ! Naoki is great at taking great photographs and really considered the vibe and that i want! He is highly recommended!!! Thank you again!
We had an incredible experience with Naiko during our family photo shoot in Osaka. From our first message, communication was excellent. Naiko was responsive, easy to coordinate with via WhatsApp, and made the entire process stress-free. The shoot itself never felt rushed. He took the time to find great locations, helped us feel comfortable, and was patient throughout the session. We were traveling with our 11-year-old daughter and wanted photos that captured both our family and her passion for music. Although he mentioned he hadn’t done a guitar-focused shoot before, you would never know it from the results. He absolutely nailed it. The photos are creative, beautifully composed, and capture not only Osaka’s energy but also our personalities as individuals and as a family. The turnaround time was fast, communication was excellent, and the final images exceeded our expectations. These photographs will be some of our favorite memories from Japan. We highly recommend Naiko to anyone looking for a photographer in Osaka.
Watanabe was my photographer, everything went great from the meeting point to getting the edited photos. He was easy going, flexible and understanding with your wishes for the photographs.
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