Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise

Overview

Dotonbori has been a busy theater area since the Edo period. Today, it is still full of colorful signs, festival music, and the smell of tasty food. From the river, you can feel both the excitement of the sightseeing area and the local way of life.

The Dotonbori Naniwa Cruise is a special way to see the “real Osaka” while relaxing on a boat. The view is very different in the daytime and at night, and both are worth enjoying. This cruise is recommended for first-time visitors and for anyone who wants to experience Japanese culture.

Highlights

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Important Information

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One preschool child may ride free of charge per one paying adult. A fare will be charged for any additional children.

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Due to weather, sea conditions, tide levels, floodgate operating hours, river construction, or river events on the day of operation, the course may be changed, arrivals may be delayed, or services may be suspended.

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Please refrain from bringing food or drinks on board.

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Smoking is prohibited on board.

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You cannot choose a specific cruise boat for boarding.

Meeting Point

[Minatomachi Dock A (Northeast end of Daikoku Bridge)]

Address: 2-6-6 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (in front of Kobe Beef Kisshokichi Nishishinsaibashi branch)

Access:

・About 3 min walk from JR Namba Station

・About 5 min walk from Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line Namba Station

・About 10 min walk from Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line Namba Station

・About 10 min walk from Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Namba Station

・About 10 min walk from Hanshin Namba Line Osaka-Namba Station

・About 10 min walk from Kintetsu Osaka-Namba Station

・About 10 min walk from Nankai Railway Namba Station

・About 5 min walk from Ebisubashi and the Glico sign area

・About 13 min walk from around Namba Grand Kagetsu

Please arrive at the boarding location at least 10 minutes before the departure time. If you are late, you will not be allowed to board.

Business Hours

SUN, MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable after you booked

Description

Dotonbori has been a busy theater area since the Edo period. Today, it is still full of colorful signs, festival music, and the smell of tasty food. From the river, you can feel both the excitement of the sightseeing area and the local way of life.

The Dotonbori Naniwa Cruise is a special way to see the “real Osaka” while relaxing on a boat. The view is very different in the daytime and at night, and both are worth enjoying. This cruise is recommended for first-time visitors and for anyone who wants to experience Japanese culture.

How it Works

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