Photo Spot · Dotonbori

Ebisubashi Bridge 戎橋

The bridge over the Dotonbori canal where everyone strikes the Glico runner pose: Osaka's most famous photo spot, framed by giant neon screens and canal boats.

About

Ebisubashi has crossed the Dotonbori canal since the canal was dug in the early 17th century, linking the theatre district of Dotonbori with the Shinsaibashi shopping street. Locals call it Hikkake-bashi, the pick-up bridge, from its days as a flirting and street-scouting spot. Today it is the place to stand for the classic Osaka shot: the Glico running man, the giant LED screens of the Don Quijote and Tombori buildings, and the canal below. Steps lead down to the Tombori River Walk along the water, from which the Tombori River Cruise boats depart. When Osaka sports teams win big, fans have famously jumped from the bridge into the canal, which is now strongly discouraged with police lines.

Highlights

• Classic Glico-pose photo with the runner behind you
• View along the canal to neon screens on both sides
• Steps down to the Tombori River Walk
• Busy, electric atmosphere at night

Tips

• For the cleanest shot of the canal and signs, go down to the river walk on the south side of the bridge rather than shooting from the bridge itself.
• Early morning (before 8:00) is empty but the neon is off; blue hour is the best compromise.
• Watch your bag in the crowds.

Open in Google Maps · Info checked 2026-10-09

Nearby

• Glico Running Man SignLandmark & Tower · 30 m away
• Kani Doraku Dotonbori HontenRestaurant · 40 m away
• Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi DotonboriSushi & Seafood · 50 m away
• Tonbori River WalkBeach & Waterfront · 50 m away
• Chibo DotonboriRestaurant · 60 m away
• Kani Doraku Giant Moving CrabLandmark & Tower · 60 m away
• Osaka ShochikuzaShows & Entertainment · 70 m away
• GiGO Osaka Dotonbori HontenArcade & Games · 70 m away