Dōtonbori or Dōtombori (道頓堀, pronounced [doːtomboɾi]) is one of the principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan, running along the Dōtonbori canal from Dōtonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge in the Namba district of the city's Chuo ward. Historically a theater district, it is now a popular nightlife and entertainment area ...
Aug 3, 2021 · Walking along the Dōtonbori Canal, you’ll see a steady stream of yellow, open-air tourist boats. These are the Tonbori River Cruises, which take just 20 minutes to whisk you around the canal, so you can see the famous sights – such as the Glico running man sign (see below) – from a new perspective. You embark near Namba Station, where ...
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12,474 reviews. 199. Dotonbori is a must go-to-place when you visit Osaka and there are hundreds of stands for authentic Japanese street food like Takoyaki, gyoza and fried skewers...etc. The ambiance was lively and energetic but it is always crowded and has lines in front of each restaurant. Food wasn’t bad but you need to make sure to check ...
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- Chuo-ku, Dotombori, Osaka Prefecture 542-0076
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- Do you need to book in advance to visit Dotombori District?We recommend booking Dotombori District tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before...
- What's the best way to see Dotombori District?According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Dotombori District: Osaka Walking Tour (From $44.79) PRIVATE 4-Hour Best...
- What hotels are near Dotombori District?Hotels near Dotombori District: (0.02 mi) Nonko Dotonbori Homestay (0.09 mi) Holiday Inn Osaka Namba, an IHG hotel (0.12 mi) Cross Hotel Osaka (0.1...
- What restaurants are near Dotombori District?Restaurants near Dotombori District: (0.00 mi) Ganso Mawaru Genroku Zushi Dotombori (0.00 mi) Italian Dining Doppa Namba (0.00 mi) Kushikatsu Shiro...
- What attractions are near Dotombori District?Attractions near Dotombori District: (0.00 mi) TONBORI BASE Cafe & Info (0.01 mi) Dotonbori Tsuribori (0.01 mi) Gotta (0.01 mi) Japan Night Walk To...
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- Creo-Ru. Restaurant, Japanese, $$$ These tasty fried octopus balls are one of Osaka's most well-known treats. | © Leng Cheng / Flickr. Osaka is the food capital of Japan, known for favorites from takoyaki to kushikatsu.
- Kushikatsu Daruma Dotonbori. Restaurant, Japanese, $$$ Another restaurant that’s easy to find thanks to the queue is Kushikatsu Daruma. Kushikatsu is deep fried and skewered food.
- Hozenji Sampei. Restaurant, Japanese, $$$ Hozenji Sampei is famous for their fluffy and fresh okonomiyaki, a dish often described as a Japanese pancake.
- Kigawa. Restaurant, Japanese, $$$ A characteristically simplistic but flavorful dish at Kigawa. | © TomEats / Flickr. At Kigawa you can expect to be treated to a traditional kappo ryori (fine-dining) meal.
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The name "Dōtonbori"(道頓堀) might be named after one of the most famous places in Osaka known for being a former red-light district.
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Dōtonbori or Dōtombori is one of the principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan, running along the Dōtonbori canal from Dōtonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge in the Namba district of the city's Chuo ward. Wikipedia
