Dotonbori (JDT Recommends)

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Foodie Capital of Japan | Dotonburi

Foodie Capital of Japan | Dotonburi

Recommended Destination after a Cherry Blossom Japan Tours vacation.

Just a short walk from the popular Shinsaibashi shopping district, Dotonbori is one of the principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan. Running along the Dotonbori canal from Dotonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge in the Namba district of the city's Chuo ward, Dotonbori is a popular nightlife district filled with good food, exciting entertainment options, and an eccentric atmosphere. While some travelers come to Dotonburi for food after their time spent shopping in Nipponbashi, many international tourists make Dotonburi their first stop for their Osaka Tour. To be fair, Dotonburi is perfect for sampling Osaka foodie delicacies like Takoyaki (grilled octopus balls; the staple food of Osaka) or Kushiage skewered katsu. It isn't an understatement to say Osaka is home to the best street food in all Japan, and is a must for anyone who loves to try new and delicious Japanese foods.

Downtown Osaka

Downtown Osaka

For anyone who has taken an Osaka tour in Dotonburi, they are sure to tell you about the bright neon signs and amazing street foods. The area is well-known for the giant illuminated signboards, including the famous runner crossing a finish line for the Glico confectionery company. The iconic image of the runner crossing the finish line has become synonymous with Dotonbori and Osaka.

Come for the food, stay for the nightlife, and enjoy Osaka like a local during your Japan Tour or free day in Osaka. Explore this popular Osaka destination on our exciting line of Spring Cherry Blossom Tours with Hiroshima or on our Southern Japan Tour Packages available year-round. Don't forget to ask your travel specialist about Japan Deluxe Tour's affordable discounts & savings available on select vacation packages!

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Kuromon Ichiba Market

Kuromon Ichiba Market

Popular shopping district also known as Osaka's Kitchen

Takoyaki (JDT Recommends)

Takoyaki (JDT Recommends)

Small ball shaped snacks made with flour, egg, and octopus

Umeda Sky Building

Umeda Sky Building

Tower with The Floating Garden Observatory offering a great view of Osaka

Nipponbashi

Nipponbashi

Large shopping mall specializing in anime and character goods

Shin-sekai

Shin-sekai

Known to be a more dangerous area of Osaka with higher homeless rates but great food

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle

Reconstructed after it was burned down by lightening; now modified into a museum

Shinsaibashi (JDT Recommend)

Shinsaibashi (JDT Recommend)

Osaka's largest shopping district and delicious street food

Kushiage (JDT Recommend)

Kushiage (JDT Recommend)

Deep-fried skewered dish in made with various meats, seafood, and vegetables.

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