Wander through neon-lit alleys and taste Osaka’s best bites on the go! Here are 5 must-try night snacks in Dotonbori for the ultimate food stroll.
🐙 Takoyaki Kukuru
Melty and fluffy octopus balls topped with bonito flakes and mayo. One of the most famous takoyaki stands in Osaka.
📍 1-10-5 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka
🕒 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🚇 5-min walk from Namba Station (Exit 14)
🍢 Kushikatsu Daruma Dotonbori
Crispy skewers of meat, veggies, and cheese—deep-fried to golden perfection.
📍 1-6-4 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka
🕒 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🚇 4-min walk from Namba Station
⚠️ Don’t double-dip the sauce!
🍠 Imo-Taro (Sweet Potato Stand)
Roasted sweet potato snacks, sometimes caramelized or dusted with sugar. Warm, sweet, and filling.
📍 Street stand near Ebisubashi Bridge
🕒 Usually from late afternoon to 10:00 PM
🍮 Torikara Stick
Crispy fried chicken on a stick. Juicy inside, super crunchy outside—perfect for walking and munching.
📍 Available from various stands on the main street
🕒 From noon to late night
🧀 Cheese Hot Dog / Korean-style Street Food
Stretchy cheese-filled hot dogs covered in potato cubes or crispy batter. Sweet and salty coating with ketchup and sugar!
📍 Near Don Quijote Dotonbori
🕒 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🚇 Right by Namba Station (Exit 15-A)
✅ Tips for Night Food Strolling in Dotonbori
- 🧻 Bring tissues or wet wipes for hands
- 🗑️ Trash bins are rare—hold onto your wrappers
- 💵 Most stands are cash-only
- 📷 Snap a photo with your snack in front of the Glico Sign!