Dotonbori (道頓堀) is perhaps Osaka's most recognizable downtown area. It's famous for its countless restaurants, heralded by bright neon signs or larger-than-life representations of some of Osaka's best-known foods! It's also an incredible shopping area, with a plethora of stores as well as a large shotengai covered mall. What's more, Dotonburi is also a well-known theater district considered the "Broadway of Japan," and the canal around which its centered was constructed over 400 years ago.

With so much to see and do, it can be a bit difficult to know where to start. Fortunately, our friend Zooming Japan has you covered! Check out their first-hand account of how to make the most of your time in this bustling part of Osaka via the link below.