Glico Sign Dotonbori

Absolute chaos. Monday night, thought it would be chill. It was not chill. Literally thousands of people. Reminded me of an NFL game letting out except everyone just hangs. Largely family friendly. Lots of souvenirs, gatchapon and game places, restaurants, bars. It’s nuts but a lot of fun!

Super crowded, but a must-see, otherwise it feels like you never came to Osaka. 😁 Very lively and the crowd flow never stops. It’s interesting to look at the many big screens and all the giant 3D food signs like the crab and the giant bowl of sukiyaki. Good luck squeezing into the photo spot under the Glico sign, you definitely will not be alone.

Staying near Dotonbori is a great decision. This area is fun and entertaining. I really enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere, the food, and the river cruise experience. If it's your first time in Osaka, it's a must-see. Just be prepared for crowds between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m., based on my experience.

Very iconic sign that you should definitely visit and take photos with during your stay in Osaka. It is usually really crowded, but the tourists are pretty good with taking turns with photos. After stopping by, there are a lot of things to do in Dotonbori to complete your iconic Osaka experience. Don’t miss this location during your visit here!

Crowded as usual but finding a good spot is easy with a good hand. To get a better Glico photo, there is an under passage for the boat where there is less tourist. There is even a cafe to relax and enjoy the river scene from another angle. August days hot but stay humidified with plenty of water will do good strolling the street. May I add it is a convenient walk from our place which is just the next block, and 1 corner turn. Plenty of airbnb stays around the area over high price hotels since it is a tourist destination. A good advance research for place can save you bit more.

This area is too crowded even in the summer season and daytime. It’s hard even to walk. If you want to go with your kids I recommend to come early morning or late night to avoid crowds. The restaurant around here are also long queues.

This iconic signboard has a long history that dates back to 1935 (first generation). It was also one of the first animated billboard signs in Neon light. 90 years on, it has been a permanent signboard in Dotonburi). Situated above Ebisubashi bridge, it is a must visit photo spot if you are in Osaka. Best photo spot is to stand mid-bridge and mimic the pose, which represents Osaka's energy, innovation and resilence. Glico man continues to inspire both locals and travellers as a timeless symbol of victory and vibrant city life.

Loved seeing the "running man" sign, such an icon of the Dotonbori area of Osaka, and an Instagram "must see". The Dotonbori area is so much fun at night with all of the lights, the music, the crowds and all of that wonderful food. A must do when in Osaka

The Glico Sign is a famous giant billboard that is installed in the Dotonburi area of Osaka. It was constructed in 1935 for a confectionary company and has become a mainstay in the area. It's a tourist hot spot so you'll find a ton of people in front of it taking pictures. You'll also see a good amount of people mimicking the same pose that the billboard is doing which can be a bit of entertainment.

Yelp Review 2024 #217: Glico Man has been a famous landmark in Osaka since 1935. Every person that's been to Osaka has a picture in front of Glico Man. It's a huge billboard in Dotonbori to advertise Glico products. Glico is a Japanese snack manufacturer responsible for Pocky, Pretz, Pejoy, Caplico, etc. If Glico is a snack company, why the heck do they have a running man on their billboard? From an outsider's point of view, Japanese ads are quite strange...and they are. But sometimes, there's a story behind it. Glico Man's story started when Japanese businessman, Riichi Ezaki discovered oysters contain glycogen and added it to his snacks - that's where the name Glico came from. He claims that his snacks will give you energy to run 300m. So, their original logo had a running man but it scared children. Back to the drawing board! So, they looked at 3 runners with smiley faces and narrowed it down to the face of a Filipino runner, Fortunato Catalon. He's been the unofficial mascot of Osaka ever since. I'm not sure why people are whingeing about this sign. First of all, it's free to see and take pictures of. If you find Glico Man uninteresting, walk away and move on. It's always good to do research so you have a better understanding of things that seem trivial before going.

GLICO SIGN This is the most famous advertisement in the Dotonbori Area of Osaka. It's of a man running, and the Glico company is for confectionary. It has a vintage feel to the way it looks. I'm not exactly sure WHY it's so popular, but it's fun to take a picture with. I personally wouldn't consider it a MUST see, but if you have time (and are already going to/near Dotonbori), it's definitely one of the main, specific photo-opps people go for in Osaka. It's easy to find, mostly because it's large, in a location that can be seen clearly (especially with prime real-estate while standing on the main bridge), and because there are lots of other people trying to snap a photo! I saw it both during the evening when it was still a little light out, and also at night, once it (and all the other neon signs in the area) lit up!

The Glico sign is iconic in Osaka. Can you really say you've been to Osaka without taking a photo of the sign? It's still here after 8 years since my first visit to Osaka. For the instagrammers, come early morning to have your picture with no one else around. It makes a world of a difference.

This iconic sign is what everyone sees whenever there's any video of Osaka. It's probably the most photographed attraction in Dontonbori and yet it's only a billboard sign. This sign has been shown in various movies and shows. I don't really understand the hype around it even though I have visited it several times. All I know is if you are near the sign then you are in the right place as it's a food heaven for all the foodies. I'm surprised there is no food stand selling a Glico man taiyaki there.

The Dotonbori Glico Sign in Osaka, Japan! Couldn't visit this iconic landmark and not leave a review. Even if it took me over 4 years to post it. This review has actually been in my drafts since September, 2017! Better late than never? For those that don't know, Ezaki Glico Co is a Japanese food company headquartered in Osaka. Though they manufacture a wide variety of products, Pocky is perhaps their most famous. In fact, Pocky was certified by Guinness as the world's largest chocolate-coated biscuit brand in 2020. Don't ask me why I was so excited about this tourist attraction. Originally installed in 1935, this famous giant sign was something I was oddly excited to see. It did not disappoint. If you find yourself in Osaka, this is a MUST!

I guess it's definitely a must-do in Osaka. Odd that among all the historic sites, great restaurants and shopping, this is still one of the most popular places to visit. But, it's really fun and that whole area is buzzing with locals and tourists, eating, shopping, walking around and taking pics. I won't bore you all with more pics of the same view lol. I spent a few nights just walking around the Dotonbori because it's so lively.

Nothing to call home about but it's hard to miss the huge Glico sign in the Dotonbori. Take your picture of the sign, pose with it or don't, but definitely make sure to at least take a look so you can say you saw it... Afterward, just proceed to the nearest food stall so you don't waste any more time in Osaka.

It's just a sign, but chances are, if you're a foodie, you're going to be in Dotombori anyway. Might as well visit the iconic Glico sign of the victorious runner celebrating with his hands in the air! The surrounding area is a neon mecca with lots of shops and restaurants.

Yes, a sign....a sign that has been here for for many many years. However, it has turned into an iconic symbol in the Dotombori tourist area. In my opinion, it is great to visit day or night. It will be crowded in the day as well as the night so pick your poison...unless you get there at 0800 in the morning, there may be a small crowd. You see people taking selfies and pictures in a pose that mimics the running man. It is the thing to do....but, not us, lol. Go early, go late, whichever you do, I think if you are in the area, check it out but don't go out of your way just to visit this sign. Aloha.

Meh, the pictures make this sign seem bigger and way more interesting than it really is. I'm not even sure why it is listed as a top attraction in Osaka. I guess this way you know you are in the main location for food and shopping. The good news is is that if you make it to the sign, you are only seconds away from Pablo's. There really isn't a big square to take photos from and this area so crowded it's hard to get a good shot. Other than that come here take a photo and then go to Pablo's for cheesecake. That will make up for the sign disappointment. Also don't forget to do the glico man pose when taking your picture, that way you can feel like a true Asian tourist. Might as well throw up a couple peace signs while you're at it. Come to the area for food and shopping, if you can't find the sign it's all right you didn't miss much.

Along with the giant takos, crabs, and fugu, the Glico sign is probably the most iconic thing to see at Dotonbori. Trying to get a photo of it without a bunch of other tourists around you is hard, but possible. Just a fun thing to do, especially if you do the pose.

The famous Gilico Sign in the Dotenbori area. It is next to the famous bridge in the area. So many people are shopping in the Dotenbori shopping streets. If you are in the area, be sure to stop by and take a picture of this sign that's on the side of the building.

The glico man lit up at 7pm when I was there in April 2017. Not sure if it lights up at the same time everyday. It's really crowded here with a lot of tourists. Not sure what the hype is about. Apparently this is the longest standing sign since 1970?

I'm not really sure what the hype about this is, but if you must find the tourist spot, this is it for Osaka. Dotonburi has a lot of restaurants and shops to explore. You basically can find anything they tell you that you need to visit in this one area. Once you spot this sign, you will know you are there.