OSAKA / JAPAN
by PPJJPPJJ
Feb 21, 2023
Dotonbori is a lively entertainment district located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, known as a major tourist attraction where food culture and entertainment converge.
Recommended Points
【Diverse Gourmet Experiences】🐙
Restaurants offering Osaka specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki line the streets.
【Iconic Landmarks】🙌
Near Ebisu Bridge, you'll find the famous Glico neon sign and the Kuidaore doll, perfect spots for photos.
【Entertainment】🎭
Enjoy traditional performing arts at Shochikuza Theatre and comedy shows like manzai and shinkigeki at Namba Grand Kagetsu.
💰Budget per person
Dining can be enjoyed for about 1,000 to 3,000 yen.
📍Location:
Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
🚉Nearest Stations🚃
Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line, Sennichimae Line "Namba Station"
Hanshin Railway, Kintetsu "Osaka Namba Station"
Nankai Electric Railway "Namba Station"
All are just a few minutes' walk away.
Notes and Additional Information
- Expect crowds on weekends and holidays. It’s best to visit on weekdays or earlier in the day.👤👤
- Please be careful with your luggage and valuables.🧟🧳
- When eating while walking, it’s recommended to dispose of trash at the store where you purchased the food or bring a trash bag!🗑
🏙Dotonbori and Nearby Attractions🌉
【Ebisu Bridge】
A bridge over the Dotonbori River, famous as a photo spot to see the "Glico Sign."
【Tombori River Cruise】🚤
Enjoy a 20-minute cruise along the Dotonbori River with scenic views from the water.
*From 4/1/2025: The fare will change to 2,000 yen (an increase of 500 yen)
【Hozenji Yokocho】
A stone-paved alley lined with eateries, offering a nostalgic Osaka atmosphere.
Located about a 5-minute walk from Dotonbori.
【America Mura (Ame-mura)】🇺🇸
Known as a hub of youth culture, this area features unique shops and cafes.
About a 10-minute walk from Dotonbori.
【Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street】
An approximately 600-meter-long arcade shopping street where you can enjoy shopping and dining.
It’s about a 10-minute walk from Dotonbori.
There are many shops on both sides, making it fun to explore.
Also, since it’s covered, you can visit even in bad weather.
👤Crowd Conditions👤
It gets crowded on weekends, holidays, and during tourist seasons.
Weekday mornings and early afternoons are relatively less crowded.
*Currently, due to inbound tourism demand, many tourists visit even on weekdays.
📖History
Dotonbori began as a canal dug in the early Edo period by Yasui Doton, who invested his own money.
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