Elliptical oval Ferris Wheel in Dotonbori Osaka Japan. The world’s first Ferris Wheel of this oval elliptical design opened in 2005 and was closed and abandoned for almost 10 years prior to reopening in 2018. The Japanese Ferris Wheel is attached to a Don Quijote store, a large discount retailer in Japan. The Ferris wheel was shut down due to mechanical reliability and restored due to customer demand. With most of its life sitting idle, a lot of people thought is was just a large sign or display however it made a great come back in Dotonbori a popular area of Osaka Japan. The Ferris Wheel is also commonly referred to as the Ebisu Tower Ferris Wheel since it sits next to Ebisu Tower overlooking the water and canal through central Dotonbori. The popular tourist attraction also sits nearly opposite of Osaka’s famous Glico Running Man sign. While it is known by many names like the Dotonbori Ferris Wheel, Dotonbori observation wheel, Ebisu Tower Ferris Wheel, Don Quijote Ferris Wheel, Don Quixote Ferris Wheel, Donki Ferris Wheel, Osaka Ferris wheel, Elliptical Ferris Wheel or Oval Ferris Wheel, it is certainly a unique and different ride. Unique and compact design is a perfect fit in a highly congested area that offers a one of a kind experience in Dotonbori Osaka Japan.
Besides the Ferris wheel ride see Takoyaki a popular Japanese dish made from Octopus as also as Octopus balls being made in Dotonbori. Also a great time meeting and interacting Japanese residents in the area.
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