Whenever Big Frank is in Osaka he heads to Namba. This is a district in Osaka that is thought of as the core of the south area of Osaka. It is known best for the giant neon signs, the canal, many popular bars, nighclubs, and arcades for shopping. It supposedly was the inspiration for the cityscapes of that great science fiction film "Blade Runner" with its hightech, crowded streets, food vendors, and exotic ambiance. It is all of that. You see some tourists, but even more youth hanging around - making the scene.
The biggest neon sign is GLICO MAN. This has been here since 1919 and is an icon of the Glico Co which makes candy; maybe the most commony know is Pocky - the bisquit stick covered with chocolate.
4 comments:
hipster centeral, huh?
Your (((really well taken))) pictures really does remind me of Blade Runner.
This is where I grew up!! Ahhhh running into your blog made me miss home so much...
Nice blog :D
xoxo
Thanks - there is lots to miss about Osaka - especially Namba - and it is getting fixed up and will be even better very soon. Thanks for the visit, Candy Apples.
Gina, thanks for the complements on the photos - but in Namba - complements on the photos - but in Namba - there are not bad shots!
It looks like you had a very interesting trip. Glad you arrived safely back in the states. Nice photos.
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