Celebrity Cruise Japan Day 3: Exploring Dotonbori, Osaka – Neon Lights, Street Food & a 3D Dog! πβ¨
Neon Lights, Street Food & a 3D Dog!
Shopping in Dotonbori: Yes, I Bought the Shoes π
The shopping here is amazing — seriously, there’s no way you’re leaving empty-handed. In fact, if you saw my Ninja Experience video, you might have noticed the shiny silver Onitsuka Tiger sneakers I was wearing. Funny story: those were my daughter’s shoes… and I loved them so much that we had to make a stop at the store. Now we both have matching pairs! (Travel souvenirs don’t always have to be keychains, right?)ο»Ώ
Meet Osaka’s 3D Dog Billboard πΆ
Okay, now for the cutest part of the day — the 3D Akita Inu Dog Billboard. This adorable pup reminds me so much of the 3D Cat Billboard in Shinjuku, Tokyo, but Osaka has put its own spin on it. Watching that giant dog pop out of the screen was such a fun surprise, and yes, I stood there way too long just admiring how cute it was.
Food, Neon & Pure Osaka Energy π’π
Of course, no trip to Dotonbori is complete without talking about the food. The smell of freshly grilled takoyaki (octopus balls) fills the air, and the giant moving crab sign is basically the unofficial mascot of the district. Add in the glowing neon signs, bustling crowds, and quirky themed restaurants, and you’ve got Osaka’s ultimate playground and foodie paradise.
Dotonbori is truly sensory overload in the best possible way — from the flashing billboards to the sizzling street food, there’s something happening everywhere you look. And when the sun goes down, the energy only cranks up even higher.ο»Ώ
Final Thoughts
Dotonbori is a must-see on any Osaka travel itinerary, whether you’re here for the food, the nightlife, or just the fun of wandering through streets that feel like a living theme park.
As a travel blogger and certified travel agent, I love sharing these kinds of adventures to help you plan your own dream trip. Next up: I’ll take you inside one of Osaka’s best takoyaki spots — and trust me, it comes with a surprise twist you won’t want to miss.ο»Ώ
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