Dotonbori: Osaka’s Vibrant Heart Dotonbori, located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, is an iconic entertainment district that embodies the spirit of Osaka. Its name comes from Yasui Doton, who invested his personal fortune to excavate the canal in 1612 during the Keicho era. Historically, the southern side was home to theaters, while the … Continue reading [Osaka] Dotonbori: Key Tourist and Economic Center in Osaka