Dotonbori - Osaka, Japan
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Dotonbori Street is one of the principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan, running along the Dotonbori canal from Daikokubashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge.
Waymark Code: WMZBW9
Location: Osaka, Japan
Date Posted: 10/16/2018
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The name “Dotonbori” generally refers both to the Dotonbori Canal and to Dotonbori Street which runs parallel to the canal’s southern bank. It is one of the most colorful areas in Osaka and an absolute must-visit location when traveling through Kansai region.
Historically a theater district, Dotonbori is now a popular nightlife and entertainment area characterized by its eccentric atmosphere and large illuminated signboards. This is where you will find some of the best shopping and eating in Osaka.
Today Dotonbori’s theater culture is very much in decline. In World War II bombing raids destroyed all the theaters except for the Shochikuza. However, there are still a number of small comedy clubs in the area and the Shochikuza continues to host classical kabuki plays, opera, modern dramas and musicals.
Osaka’s obsession with food is often summed up with the expression “kuidaore” which is often interpreted to mean “eat till you drop” but actually means to spend so much on food that you fall into financial ruin! Dotonbori is said to be the best place in Osaka to experience this kuidaore style extreme love of food!
Dotonbori is famous for its eye-catching signage and billboards with a giant pufferfish, an octopus, a clown, the Kani Douraku crab all vying for your attention and creating an amusement park-like atmosphere. Of all these signs however, the most famous is that of the Glico running man above Ebisubashi Bridge.
The Dotonbori entertainment district is easily accessed from Namba Subway Station which is just four minutes away on foot.
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