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- Dotonbori. At the heart of the Namba entertainment district, you'll find the lively shopping street of Dotonbori. The beginnings of Dotonbori date back to the Edo period (1603 - 1868) as a town built around the traditional kabuki and joruri drama theaters that stretched out as far as the eye could see.
- Kani Douraku Dotonbori Main Store. The particularly eye-catching giant billboards definitely come to mind when you think of Dotonbori. Aside from the Glico running man billboard, giant three-dimensional billboards depicting seafood, gyoza (dumpling), and sushi are seen everywhere in Dotonbori, including the Kani Douraku, a giant crab billboard.
- Nakaza Cuidaore Building. In addition to the giant billboards, there is another iconic face in Dotonbori: Cuidaore Taro, the statue that welcomes you to the Nakaza Cuidaore building.
- Hozenji Temple. Did you know that the origins of Sennichimae in the Minami area start in Hozenji Temple? Hozenji Temple, where memorial services for the dead (called "sennin nenbutsu") were held, was affectionately referred to as Sennichiji.
Namba is the center of Osaka's Minami region and has several railway stations and a shopping mall. It is also a tourist attraction with a variation of Naniwa, the former name of Osaka.
Namba is a lively area of Osaka with shopping, dining, nightlife and culture. Find out what to see and do in Namba, from Dotonbori avenue to maid cafes, and how to get there by train.
Minami (Namba) is a major city center and entertainment district in Osaka, with abundant dining, shopping and nightlife options. Learn about its famous landmarks, such as Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Den Den Town, and Namba Parks, as well as its culture and history attractions, such as Bunraku and kabuki theaters.
Jul 14, 2020 · Namba Station is a major terminal in Osaka with six different lines and various sightseeing spots. Learn how to access Namba Station from Kansai International Airport, use the coin lockers, and shop and dine at Namba SkyO and Takashimaya.
5 days ago · Namba, located in the Minami area of Osaka, is one of the Kansai city's largest stations. It is located near major Osaka sightseeing spots like Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi shopping street.
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Namba is a lively area in Osaka's southern Minami district, where you can find shopping malls, markets, bars, temples and more. Whether you are a foodie, an anime fan or a history buff, Namba has something for you to enjoy.
