Muslim Half-Day Itinerary in Dotonbori

Planning a short yet fulfilling trip in Dotonbori, Osaka? Here’s a Muslim-friendly half-day itinerary featuring Halal food, shopping, and a relaxing café break, with ample time to Shop for Halal Souvenirs.

1. Halal Lunch in Dotonbori (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)

Start your day at Dotonbori with a delicious Halal-certified meal at one of these recommended restaurants:

🍜 Halal Wagyu & Vegan Ramen Gyumon Dotonbori
Famous for its wagyu ramen, with spicy levels from 1 to 10 (dare to try level 10?). Conveniently located right behind the Glico Running Man sign.
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🍜 Halal Ramen Ayam Ya Dotonbori
Serving chicken ramen, this restaurant is a hidden gem located on the 4th floor.
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🍛 Matahari Padang Dotonbori Halal
A taste of Indonesia in Osaka! Enjoy authentic Padang cuisine on the 5th floor.
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2. Shopping & Cruising at Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Street (1:30 PM – 3:30 PM)

Shopping at Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Street

After lunch, take a stroll through Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Street, one of Osaka’s most famous shopping areas! Here are some must-visit stores:

👟 Onitsuka Tiger – Trendy Japanese sneakers
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🛍️ JUMP Shop – Official anime goods store for Shonen Jump fans
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👕 Uniqlo & GU – Affordable and stylish Japanese fashion brands (located at the same building)
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👞 ABC-Mart – Popular for affordable shoes and sneakers
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Cruising around Dotonbori

While you’re around the area, take some time to hop on the Tonbori River Cruise for a relaxing 20-minute ride through the heart of Dotonbori. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the sights while unwinding!

Business Hours
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, with departures every hour at 00 and 30 minutes.

Price

Adults: ¥1,500
Students (junior high school students and above): ¥1,000
Children (elementary school students and more than one preschool child per adult): ¥500
Children (elementary school students and below): Free

Additional Info

Time-specified tickets are sold at the ticket booth that opens one hour before the first departure. Reservations by phone are not accepted.
Free admission with the Osaka e-pass.

Access
The boarding reception is on the first floor of the Don Quijote Dotonbori store, located on the north bank of the Tonbori River Walk promenade.
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Take a snap of the famous Glico Running Man sign

Don’t miss the chance to snap a picture with the Glico Running Man sign, one of Osaka’s most famous landmarks! It's a must-visit photo spot to capture your Osaka memories.

3. Coffee Break at a Vegan Café (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

Relax with a coffee or dessert at a vegan café (Muslim-friendly but please check for alcohol-based ingredients like vanilla essence):

☕ Canelita Sweets – Specializes in pastries, coffee, and tea
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🍵 Paprika Shokudo – Offers organic coffee, desserts, and tea
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Disclaimer:

We call these vegan cafés “Muslim-friendly” as they don’t use animal ingredients. However, we highly recommend checking for alcohol or ethanol content (e.g., vanilla extract) directly with the café.

⚠️ We cannot guarantee no cross-contamination in the kitchen, and menus may change, so please confirm before ordering.

4. Grab Some Halal Souvenir from JAPANeid Osaka (5:30 PM – 6:45 PM)

This is the best place in Osaka for Muslim-friendly and Halal-certified souvenirs, including:

✅ Halal-certified Japanese snacks
✅ Muslim-friendly Japanese snacks
✅ KIMONO Hijab
✅ Muslim-friendly skincare

Prayer Space with built-in Wudhu Facility Available

At JAPANeid, we understand the importance of prayer while traveling. That’s why we provide a dedicated prayer space with a wudhu place inside our store. This means you can comfortably shop for your favorite Halal souvenirs and then perform your prayers without hassle.

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Enjoy your Muslim-friendly Dotonbori adventure! 😊