Amazing+ #2 Fantastic Osaka Souvenir store
Amazing+ #2 Fantastic Osaka Souvenir store
Singer 25 introduce Japanese cool souvenir store Ichibiri-an (いちびり庵 ) which is selling not only traditional japanese souvenirs but also little bit strange souvenirs!
You might find best Japanese souvenir gift for your friends back in your country.
Famous mascot character Mr. Tarou Kuidaore is waiting for you guys.
Second half of the video, You will know what the popular souvenirs are like.
Dotonbori in Osaka, Japan
Dōtonbori is one of the principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan, running along the Dōtonbori canal from Dōtonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge in the Namba district of the city's Chuo ward. Historically a theater district, it is now a popular nightlife and entertainment area characterized by its eccentric atmosphere and large illuminated signboards.
One of the area's most prominent features, a billboard for confectionery company Glico displaying the image of a runner crossing a finishing line, is seen as an icon of Osaka within Japan.
Dōtonbori traces its history back to 1612, when a local entrepreneur, Yasui Dōton, began expanding the tiny Umezu River, which ran east to west, hoping to increase commerce in the region by connecting the two branches of the Yokobori River, which ran north to south, with a canal. Dōton’s project was interrupted when he died defending Toyotomi Hideyori in the ill-fated Siege of Osaka, but his cousins finished the canal in 1615. The new lord of Osaka Castle, Tadaki Matsudaira, named the canal and avenue beside it Dōtonbori, even though Doton had been on the losing side during the siege.
The character of Dōtonbori became defined in 1621 when the Tokugawa Shogunate instituted urban planning, designating Dōtonbori as the entertainment district of Osaka. By 1662 the avenue boasted six Kabuki theatres and five Bunraku theatres, as well as the unique Takeda Karakuri mechanical puppet theatre. Many restaurants and cafes were built to cater to the flood of tourists and entertainment-seekers pouring nightly into Dōtonbori.
Over the years, declining interest in traditional forms of entertainment led to the closing of most of Dōtonbori's original attractions. Its five remaining theatres were bombed and destroyed during World War II.
Dotonbori can be pretty overwhelming, especially when it's your first time visiting, because there is so much to see. There's no need to fear! Here's a quick guide to introduce you to some of the recommended places you don't want to miss while in Dotonbori!
1. Glico's Running Man Signboard, Osaka's Symbol
You've probably already seen pictures of this famous Dotonbori signboard; it is a billboard for Glico, a famous Japanese food company (ever tried Pocky?) People usually take photos on the bridge with Glico's signboard in the background. This is a must if it's your first time to Dotonbori!
2. Kuidaore Building
Have you ever seen this guy? He has rounded glasses and a colourful outfit. His name is 'Kuidaore Taro,' a drummer who was installed for advertisement purpose and is the symbol of Dotonbori, and even Osaka. Osaka is known as a city of Kuidaore, meaning ruin oneself by extravagance in food. Osaka is historically a city of merchants, and this has greatly impacted its food culture. We sure are grateful for that, because Osaka has some darn good food!
The drummer is located in front of the entrance to Dotonbori ZAZA, a well-known venue for live comedy shows in Dotonbori.
Also inside are many shops where you can buy Osaka and Dotonbori souvenirs! There is a store called Glico-ya, which sells snacks produced by Glico (Pocky please!). If you are interested in trying a huge variety of Japanese snacks, definitely check it out! Japanese snacks and candies are probably some of the most-appreciated souvenirs, and this is a great place to stock up while you're in Dotonbori!
Another souvenir store worth stopping into is 'Ichibirian,' which sells a variety of local and quirky souvenirs! Even if you don't buy anything, it's fun just to browse through the collection of Osaka and Dotonbori-themed items. Can you find Osaka's symbol, the drummer boy?
3. Tonbori River Cruise: Awesome Sightseeing in Osaka
If you are walking down the street of Dotonbori, you will likely see a yellow boat cruising the river. Purchase a ticket(¥900 for adults and ¥400 for children), and you too can have a relaxing river cruise in the middle of Dotonbori! It's open from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm on weekdays and 11:00 am to 9:00 pm on weekends. This is a relaxing way to see a lot of Osaka's tourist spots all at once.
4. Daruma
Daruma is a really famous Kushikatsu store in Osaka and Dotonbori! In case you didn't know, kushikatsu is one of the many signature foods of Osaka. Meat or vegetables are deep-fried on skewers and eaten with Kushikatsu sauce. An important rule to keep in mind when you are eating Kushikatsu is that you cannot dip Kushikatsu into the sauce more than once! This is because the sauce is not single-use; it will be used by the next person to sit at that place, too!
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