Dotonbori to the Korean Bars:
Three Walking Routes from the Glico Sign
Hi, I run three Korean bars in Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Osaka: HEAVEN, MOON and SARANG. Many of our guests come straight from dinner in Dotonbori, so this page does one job only: it shows you how to walk from the Glico sign to each bar. Every time and distance below was measured on Google Maps walking routes. If you have not picked a bar yet, compare the three first in Bars Near Dotonbori & Namba.
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Walking times at a glance
The starting point is Ebisubashi bridge, where the Glico sign is. All three bars are in Higashi-Shinsaibashi 2-chome, a 6 to 8 minute walk from the sign.
| From | To | Walk | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glico sign (Ebisubashi) | SARANG | about 6 min / 400 m | North up the Shinsaibashi-suji arcade, then east on Hachiman-suji |
| Glico sign (Ebisubashi) | MOON | about 7 min / 500 m | East along Soemoncho-dori, then north on Kasayamachi-suji |
| Glico sign (Ebisubashi) | HEAVEN | about 8 min / 550 m | East along Soemoncho-dori, then north on Tamayamachi-suji |
| Namba Station (Midosuji Line) | HEAVEN | about 10–11 min / 750 m | Up to Dotonbori, east along it, then north on Tamayamachi-suji |
Times, distances and street names: Google Maps walking routes, checked on 18 September 2026. Allow a few extra minutes for traffic lights and crowds.
Route by route
To SARANG (about 6 min): up the arcade, right on Hachiman-suji
Cross Ebisubashi bridge in front of the Glico sign and keep going north into the covered Shinsaibashi-suji shopping arcade. Walk north and turn right (east) on Hachiman-suji. SARANG is in the Gold Center Building, 2nd floor, room 206. Most of this route is under the arcade roof, so it is the driest way on a rainy night.
To MOON (about 7 min): east along the canal, left on Kasayamachi-suji
After crossing Ebisubashi, turn right (east) and walk along the canal on Soemoncho-dori. Turn left (north) on Kasayamachi-suji and you reach the LUXE Building, 3rd floor, where MOON is.
To HEAVEN (about 8 min): east along the canal, left on Tamayamachi-suji
Same start as MOON: cross Ebisubashi and walk east on Soemoncho-dori. Turn left (north) on Tamayamachi-suji. HEAVEN is on the 5th floor of Galaxy Building No.3.
From Namba Station (about 10–11 min)
From the Midosuji Line platforms at Namba Station, go up to street level and head north toward Dotonbori. Walk east through the Dotonbori shopping street and turn north on Tamayamachi-suji; HEAVEN is about 10 to 11 minutes from the station. MOON and SARANG are a few minutes further on foot.
Coming from Shinsaibashi or Nagahoribashi Station instead? See How to get to the Higashi-Shinsaibashi Korean bars.
Five tips for finding us at night
- All three bars are upstairs. HEAVEN is on the 5th floor, MOON on the 3rd and SARANG on the 2nd. You cannot see inside from the street, so look for the building name
- Search the bar name in Google Maps. The route appears straight away. MOON is listed as “韓国バーMOON” (Korean Bar MOON)
- Lost? Call the bar. Our staff speak Japanese, Korean and English and can guide you from where you are. Phone numbers are in the bar details below
- On rainy nights, use the Shinsaibashi-suji arcade. The route to SARANG stays driest, and MOON and HEAVEN are a few minutes on from there
- Soemoncho-dori is busy until late. Touts may call out to you. If you already know where you are going, there is no need to stop. For more on staying comfortable at night, read Is Osaka safe at night?
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The bars are minutes apart, so you can decide when you arrive
All three bars sit within about 200 m of each other in Higashi-Shinsaibashi, a few minutes apart on foot. You do not need to choose before you leave Dotonbori. They are open 21:00–05:00 every day, with no closing day and no reservation needed.
| Bar | Building and floor | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| HEAVEN | Galaxy Building No.3, 5F | A loud night of karaoke and darts (both free) |
| MOON | LUXE Building, 3F | Shisha on a sofa, a long relaxed night |
| SARANG | Gold Center Building, 2F (room 206) | Fully non-smoking; a quiet counter for talking |
HEAVEN: free karaoke and darts, with shisha and a VIP room. 2,844 Google reviews, rated 4.9 (September 2026).
MOON (listed on Google Maps as 韓国バーMOON): Japan's first “Korean bar × shisha” lounge. A good place to sink into a sofa after walking around Dotonbori all evening. 380 Google reviews, rated 4.9 (September 2026).
SARANG: fully non-smoking, with no karaoke. A counter bar built for conversation, and the closest of the three to the Glico sign. 678 Google reviews, rated 4.9 (September 2026).
HEAVEN
About 8 minutes from the Glico sign. Free karaoke and darts, plus shisha and a VIP room.
5F Galaxy Building No.3, 2-4-19 Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Open in Google MapsMOON
Listed on Google Maps as 韓国バーMOON. About 7 minutes from the Glico sign. A Korean bar × shisha lounge.
3F LUXE Building Naka Room, 2-8-6 Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Open in Google MapsSARANG
About 6 minutes from the Glico sign. Fully non-smoking, no karaoke. A quiet counter for talking.
Room 206, Gold Center Building, 2-8-12 Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
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- No reservation needed. For a large group, a phone call ahead helps us get seats ready
- Open 21:00–05:00 every day. When the Dotonbori restaurants start closing around midnight, we are just getting going
- You must be 20 or older. Venues serving shisha count as smoking facilities under Japanese law, so under-20s cannot enter even if they do not smoke. Please bring ID
- SARANG is fully non-smoking. If someone in your group dislikes smoke, go straight to SARANG
- Credit cards and cash are both accepted at all three bars
Planning the rest of the evening? Try Osaka Night Itinerary: Dotonbori to 5AM or bars open late in Osaka.
FAQ
Which bar is closest to the Glico sign?
SARANG, about 6 minutes and 400 m: north up the Shinsaibashi-suji arcade from Ebisubashi, then east on Hachiman-suji. MOON is about 7 minutes and HEAVEN about 8.
Can I walk from Namba Station?
Yes. From the Midosuji Line at Namba Station to HEAVEN is about 10 to 11 minutes and 750 m: up to Dotonbori, east along it, then north on Tamayamachi-suji.
What is the best route when it rains?
Walk north through the covered Shinsaibashi-suji arcade. From the arcade, MOON and HEAVEN are only a few minutes more.
Can I come after the Dotonbori restaurants close?
Yes. All three bars stay open until 5am every day, so arriving after midnight is completely normal. No reservation needed.
I missed the last train. What now?
The first Midosuji Line trains run from around 5am. The bars are open until 5am, so many guests simply stay until the first train.
What if I get lost?
Call the bar. The staff speak Japanese, Korean and English and will guide you from wherever you are.
I have not decided which bar to go to.
No problem. The three bars are minutes apart, so you can choose once you are nearby. Which Korean bar in Osaka? compares them side by side.