Illuminated Glico runner sign at night, surrounded by colorful ads in Dotonbori.

Dotonbori

The canal, the Ebisubashi bridge and giant food signs pack in an Osaka night where the itinerary ends up following the smell of the griddles.

  • Neighborhoods
  • Suggested time:1.5 to 2 h, including dinner
  • Area:Dotonbori and Namba, Chuo

About Dotonbori

A huge crab on the façade, the Glico runner and reflections in the canal: Dotonbori needs no phone filter. The area grew up around theaters and also became established as a destination for restaurants. Today the hard part is walking without stopping to pick a snack.

Cross the Ebisubashi to look at the signs and go down to the canal walk when it's open. Then decide on dinner with the menu in plain view. The bridges attract photographers: finish your shot and make room for the next traveler to go after the same frame.

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