Japan, Osaka - Dōtonbori
Anyone visiting Osaka or who had visited the city will know about Dōtonbori. This is the place in Osaka where people gather for entertainment, shopping and food. The bright lights of Dōtonbori at night is a sight to behold, with large creative signboards advertising everything and anything. On my second visit to Osaka in January 2026, I did the touristy thing and visited Dōtonbori for dinner and sightseeing on Day 2 of my trip. I was not disappointed. While the crowd was indeed overwhelming, the visual spectacles more than made up for the squeeze of humanity. Dōtonbori at night is truly a five senses extravaganza. Dōtonbori at night, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan (2026)