●Osaka's first entertainment food stall village opened in Dotonbori! In addition to takoyaki and kushikatsu, there is a wide selection of food stalls! ●A wide selection of beer, sake, and cocktails! Drink, laugh, and make the best memories. ●On weekends, you can enjoy powerful live performances such as Japanese drums and Awa Odori!
Dotonbori Yatai Mura Matsuri is a food paradise that can be said to be a miniature version of Osaka cuisine. In addition to standard food stalls such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu, there are also luxurious foods such as king crab, eel bowls, salmon and salmon roe bowls, wagyu beef skewers, and tempura platters, which are lined up in a row, attracting the attention of both locals and tourists. In particular, the freshly grilled wagyu beef skewers, which are hard to find overseas, and the bowl menus that feature a generous amount of fresh seafood are very popular. Although it is a food stall, the quality is almost at the level of a traditional Japanese restaurant. The quality of the ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation that is pleasing to the eye are truly condensed into "food entertainment." In addition, the sake bar offers a selection of famous brands from all over the country, such as "Dassai," "Kubota," and "Hakkaisan," so you can experience the deep flavor culture of Japan by tasting and comparing them. If you come here, you can experience the "real taste of Japan" with all five senses in one visit, and it has received rave reviews from foreign visitors to Japan. It is truly a food theme park, so much so that one could say, "If your purpose in tourism is gourmet food, there's no reason to miss this place."
At the Dotonbori Yatai Village Festival, various "authentic Japanese culture stages" are held every weekend. The biggest attraction is that you can experience traditional performing arts from all over Japan, such as live Japanese drum performances, Awa Odori, folk songs and Bon Odori, and Okinawa Eisa, right in front of your eyes, and for free. There are also plenty of performances that allow foreign tourists to experience the "Japaneseness" firsthand, such as samurai sword dance performances, sword fighting experiences, loach scooping, and Japanese costume dancing. As for experience-based events, a variety of projects are introduced every month, such as "Kentaro's Samurai Performance & Experience," "Special Toyonaka Eisa Performance," "Japanese Drum Unit Onko-Neko," and "National Expo Association Folk Songs and Bon Odori," and you will be impressed every time you visit. It is a special place that will be memorable for tourists visiting Japan, as a space where you can not only "watch," but also "participate" and "interact." Many real impressions have been received, such as "It's like I've jumped into the world of a movie!" and "I danced with the Japanese!", and this is truly a one-of-a-kind spot that is "more than a tourist spot, less than a cultural experience."
At night, the Dotonbori Yatai Village Festival is enveloped in the soft light of lanterns, transforming into a fantastic atmosphere that is completely different from the daytime. The countless lanterns lined up on the eaves intertwine with the neon lights of Dotonbori, creating a scene that is "this is Japan" no matter where you look. A nostalgic and extraordinary worldview spreads out, as if you have traveled back in time. Just walking around with a takoyaki, kushikatsu, beer or sake in one hand will make you want to take a photo in this photogenic space. It is especially popular among overseas travelers as a great location to experience the "real Japanese night". Another great point is that the night yatai village is safe, so women and foreigners can enjoy it with peace of mind. The time spent illuminated by the lights of the yatai while the sound of Japanese drums reverberates will remain in your memory as a particularly "emotional moment" among all your sightseeing. Here you will find the "shining Japanese space" that the world is looking for right now, perfect for posting on SNS and YouTube videos.
I have been involved in the Dotonbori Yatai Village Festival since its inception, and provide a wide range of support for food and drink booths and event sites. In addition to preparing the food stalls and serving customers, I am also involved in managing the stages for the weekend Japanese drum performances and samurai experiences. Although I work behind the scenes, the most rewarding part is hearing customers say, "It was fun!" I would be happy if first-time visitors would feel free to ask me about where and what to eat, when the events start, and so on. Whether you come here as a tourist or to enjoy the food stalls, my job is to create a space that makes you think, "I'm glad I came." Please come and enjoy the best time in the lively atmosphere of Yatai Village!
| Operating hours | 16:00～23:30 |
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| Regular holidays | No particulars |
| Remarks | Located in the middle of Dotonbori, Osaka, "Yataimura Matsuri" is a new sensation spot where traditional performing arts and gourmet food come together. This bustling town that has continued since the Edo period has a wide variety of food stalls, including local specialties such as takoyaki, kushikatsu, and okonomiyaki, as well as fried chicken and grilled seafood! You'll feel like you're in full festival mode as you walk around drinking with a drink in hand. In addition, performances of Japanese drums and Awa Odori are held regularly, creating an atmosphere that feels like a festival day. It is very popular with tourists from both Japan and abroad, and is a notable entertainment spot where you can enjoy Japan's "celebratory" culture with all five senses. |
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