-
Dotonbori
Dotonbori has become famous for its flashy billboards. In addition to the aforementioned Glico, there are giant crabs, octopuses, puffer fish, and more. "Kuidare Taro," who plays the chin-don, gongs, and drums, is a popular figure who everyone takes photos with.
-
Hozenji Yokocho Alley
In the middle of Minami, Osaka's busiest downtown area, there is a quiet, atmospheric alleyway that feels like a different world.
-
Back Namba
"Ura-Namba" is known for its cheap and delicious food, lined with unique shops run by young owners. Another feature is the wide variety of standing bars.
-
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
A 3-minute walk from Namba Station, this shopping street stretches for 150 meters and is lined with specialty stores selling food samples, lanterns, illuminated signs, tableware, cooking and kitchen utensils, and more. It is always bustling with tourists from Japan and abroad.