Bustling Dotombori Vlog || Osaka

Описание: Dotonbori: A bustling commercial street that is representative of the Minami area of Osaka, always busy with playhouses and food shops from the Edo Period to today.
Dotombori is a symbol of the Minami Area and a mecca for the food culture of Osaka. Dozens of restaurants line the Dotomborigawa River, and large famous billboards draw dinner attention. On the north side of the river, where geisha used to entertain their customers, are now small bars and restaurants squeezed together in rows. The southern side of the river is the centre of the Dotombori area, which was once known as the theatre district. Nowadays, colorful neon signs and flash signboards enliven the area, showing that the district still represents the passion of Osakans.
In one of Dotombori's back streets, Hozenji-Yokocho, small restaurants are located along the stone-paved alley, retaining the flavour and atmosphere of old Osaka. It's like a step back in time. Dotombori has so many restaurants and bars packed along its narrow streets and alleys that it's impossible to count them. Their colourful signs and decorated entrances create a symphony of light and design that dazzle the eye. Here is where you can experience the true meaning of kuidaore, and stuff yourself with Osaka's great tasting reasonably priced food to your ultimate culinary satisfaction.
For colours, crowds, and consumerism, you can’t beat Dotombori, Osaka’s most popular shopping, entertainment, nightlife, and culinary destination. If you’re visiting the city, you shouldn’t miss this place.
Named for the Dotombori Canal that runs through the middle of it, Dotombori is the colorful and crowded entertainment district located mostly on the east side of Midosuji.
The Dotombori Arcade runs parallel to the canal on the south side and it’s lined with some of Osaka’s most famous and largest restaurants, which compete for business with huge signs and giant mechanical crabs. This is a popular area for Japanese and non-Japanese tourists alike to do a food crawl.
A great place to check out the action is the Ebisu-bashi Bridge, which crosses the canal a bit east of Midosuji. Nearby, you’ll see many tourists posing in front of the iconic Glico Running Man sign. These days, you’ll hear far less Japanese than English, Korean, or Chinese when walking around Dotombori Arcade. This is testament to the influx of tourists from the Asian mainland and beyond to Osaka - it’s always bustling with people looking to eat or shop. Even if it’s not your cup of tea, it’s worth a short visit to get a feel for the area before moving on elsewhere.