Kani Doraku is a popular chain restaurant specializing in cuisine made from crab that got its start in Osaka. In addition to some fantastic crab, another reason to make a trip to Kani Doraku is for the sign with the giant crab. Its legs move, which is a cute touch.

2022年12月13日 · The large, illuminated crab sign can be seen from a distance – you won’t miss it. As it is quite a must-visit popular destination for tourists and locals alike, advance booking is highly recommended to cut down on waiting time.

The original location opened in 1962 and the current moving crab sign was installed in 1996. Prior incidents involving the sign include an accident in 1984, when a leg fell off and struck a customer, and 2003, when fans of the local Hanshin Tigers baseball team …

Another iconic spot is the Kani Doraku Crab Sign, a mechanical crab that moves its legs and claws above a well-known crab restaurant. Visitors flock to take pictures with these landmarks, especially at night when they are illuminated.

2024年8月31日 · When taking a photo in front of this sign, the standard pose is to make a crab pose. Spread both arms sideways and move your fingers to express crab claws. It might be a bit embarrassing, but immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Dotonbori and enjoy it to the fullest.

2020年3月12日 · For the ultimate crab experience, order their multi-course Crab Kaiseki. If you are looking for the best kushikatsu in Dotonbori, look no further than Daruma. Considered an Osaka specialty, kushikatsu 串カツ (also known as also known as kushiage 串揚げ) are deep-fried breaded food such as meat and vegetables on skewers.

Kani Doraku is a kani (カニ, Crab) specialty restaurant located just beside Ebisu-bashi Bridge. It is perhaps more famous as a photo spot, for its giant moving crab sign outside the restaurant, than for the food it actually serves.

2024年6月1日 · Kuidaore Taro, the symbol of Osaka, is a popular photo spot. The statue is located at the entrance of the souvenir shop “Kuidaore Taro Honpo” on the first floor of the Nakaza Kuidaore Building. The giant crab statue at the …

When the crab restaurant Kani Doraku erected their giant mechanized crab sign back in 1960 they kicked off quite a craze of giant animated seafood signs. Several spectacular giant octopus renditions marking spots for Osaka’s signature dish, takoyaki , vied for our attention.

2024年8月4日 · It’s most famous for the Glico Man sign and the Kani Doraku crab sign, both iconic symbols of the district. Overview: The running Glico Man is one of the most iconic images in Osaka. Situated on the north side of the Dotonbori canal, this bright billboard is a favorite photo spot for tourists.