Midosuji Street The Midosuji Road and Namba area are filled with attractions at every stop with some of the most Instagrammable spots in Osaka such as Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, Namba Jinja Shrine, “Dotonbori Glico Sign”, Namba Yasaka Shrine, and many other hidden gems. Alongside the Midosuji main road, you will pass by and enjoy a private photoshoot session at some of Osaka’s iconic landmarks. Stop and capture your memories in style with our Picture-Perfect Photoshoot Package. Enjoy a private photoshoot session at Osaka's most picturesque locations, including the stunning cherry blossoms or night lights on this vibrant road.

Osaka City Central Hall The Central Hall is a picturesque spot perfect for taking beautiful photos and selfies. Its architecture is truly awe-inspiring. The Osaka City Central Public Hall, built in the European Neo-Renaissance style during the Taisho Period, serves as a hub for cultural, artistic, and social activities. Designed by prominent architects Shinichiro Okada and Kingo Tatsuno, known for their contributions during the Meiji period, the hall combines elements of baroque grandeur and Viennese Secession style. Completed in 1918 at a cost of ¥1 million JPY (equivalent to ¥5 billion JPY today), it underwent restoration in 2002.

Namba Shrine (Pass By) Optional Stop: Namba Jinja Shrine, believed to have been commissioned by the 18th emperor of Japan in honor of his father, was originally located in Uehonmachi, Tennoji-ku, before being relocated to its current site in 1583 following the construction of Osaka Castle by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Initially named Kami-Namba Shrine after its vicinity, it was later renamed in 1875. During the Edo period, a small Inari shrine within Namba Shrine's premises, known as "Bakurocho-no-Oinari-san," gained more prominence due to the flourishing Inari cult. In 1811, Uemura Bunraku-ken established a puppet playhouse on the shrine's grounds. The shrine hosts the annual Himuro Matsuri festival on July 20th and 21st, during which worshippers receive crushed ice believed to provide relief from the summer heat.

Pass by: The iconic Glico running man, a landmark in Osaka for over 80 years, illuminates the Dotombori canal in the city's bustling shopping and entertainment district. Originally installed in 1935, the sign has undergone several renovations and commemorated various sporting events. The current LED version, the sixth generation, allows for more dynamic displays and special events. The running man symbolizes Glico, a renowned confectionery company famous for its Pocky sticks, available in various flavors worldwide. The choice of a running man as Glico's mascot harks back to the company's first product, a candy caramel marketed as an energy booster in 1922. Over the years, the neon sign has depicted the running man against Osaka's landmarks, such as Osaka Castle and Tsutenkaku Tower. Below the sign lies the Ebisu Bridge, a popular meeting spot for locals and tourists, especially during weekends.

(Pass By) The Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Arcade, situated along the eastern side of Midosuji Road, stands as Osaka's most renowned shopping destination, serving as an enduring emblem of the city. With a history spanning 380 years, it thrived as a bustling shopping district even during the Edo Period. Spanning 600 meters under a roofed arcade, the street hosts various shops catering to various tastes and age groups. Visitors can find traditional kimono tailors, contemporary Western clothing outlets, footwear retailers, eateries ranging from restaurants to fast food joints, jewelers, and boutiques showcasing the latest fashion trends. A stroll through the Shinsaibashi area offers a delightful experience, for window-shopping, and sampling delectable cuisine along the way. On the main road, you may also indulge in a day of luxury shopping as we pass some of Osaka's finest boutiques, designer stores, and high-end malls, with a personal chauffeur and guide on hand to whisk you between destinations.

Namba Yasaka Shrine is located in Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, and is said to be beneficial for driving away evil spirits, banishing plague and disease, bringing good luck, and ensuring safe delivery.

One of the most famous features of the shrine is the large, open-mouthed Lion Hall located at the front of the shrine grounds. It is said that the lion's large mouth swallows evil spirits, and many worshippers visit the shrine to pray for academic improvement, job offers, and success in examinations.

Although there are no documents available to date the founding of Namba Yasaka Shrine, according to legend, the shrine dates back to the reign of Emperor Nintoku (313-399). According to legend, the shrine dates back to the reign of Emperor Nintoku (313-399), when an epidemic broke out in the area and Gozutenno, a god of Shinto and Buddhist syncretism, appeared and was enshrined in order to cure the disease. After that, the shrine was called Nambashimonomiya (Shrine under Namba) and became popular among the people.