Kani Doraku
Crab · $$$
A Dotonbori landmark beneath its famous mechanical crab sign, specialising in every form of crab.
Signature dishes at Kani Doraku
- ◆ Snow crab
- ◆ Crab hotpot (kani-suki)
- ◆ The giant moving-crab sign
Illustrative imagery · Crab
Kani Doraku — diner questions
What should I order at Kani Doraku?
Signature choices at Kani Doraku include: Snow crab; Crab hotpot (kani-suki); The giant moving-crab sign.
What kind of restaurant is Kani Doraku?
Kani Doraku is a crab restaurant in Dotonbori, Osaka. A Dotonbori landmark beneath its famous mechanical crab sign, specialising in every form of crab.
Where is Kani Doraku and how do I book?
Kani Doraku is at 1-6-18 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0071. Reserve via https://douraku.co.jp.
Can Chauffyr drive me to Kani Doraku?
Yes — Chauffyr provides private, fixed-price chauffeur service to Kani Doraku and across Osaka, so your whole party can dine without driving or parking.
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