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The Shikido Building is located in the bustling Dotonbori area of Osaka, encapsulating the rich culinary offerings of "Food City Osaka." In addition to Osaka's representative dishes like kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and affordable izakayas (Japanese pubs), it also features dessert shops, sushi restaurants, and all-you-can-eat crab restaurants, providing a wide variety of delicious options. Whether you're looking for a specific dish or dessert, you can find it here. The first basement level houses the "Dotonbori ZAZA" theater, where you can enjoy performances by up-and-coming comedians, while the fourth floor offers karaoke, making for a rich and entertaining experience. At the entrance of the Shikido Building, you can see the iconic mascot "Shikido Taro" welcoming every customer. With round black-framed glasses and dressed in a stylish red and white striped triangular hat and outfit, his amusing expression and drumming pose are sure to bring a smile to your face. The first floor features a souvenir shop selling Shikido Taro-related merchandise like pudding and keychains, where you can find many unique gifts. Additionally, around the Shikido Building, there are numerous tourist attractions such as the moving crab sign of "Kani Doraku" and the landmark "Glico" in the southern part of Osaka. At night, the neon lights illuminate the streets, making the building even more vibrant and eye-catching. Next to it, the Dotonbori River has a walking path called "Dotonbori Riverside Walk," and the boarding point for sightseeing boats is also located here. Notably, the most popular tour option is "Naniwa Adventure Cruise with a Rakugo Performer," which features lively and entertaining commentary from a rakugo storyteller.

The building gathers famous Osaka delicacies and popular sushi restaurants. You can also enjoy comedic performances or go karaoke. Located in the bustling Dotonbori area of Osaka, it is conveniently accessible and surrounded by countless attractions.