Osaka Dog Names

Introduction

Osaka, Japan, known for its amazing food and lovely blend of old and new, is teeming with life. It's the third largest city in the country, and it's filled with things to do, places to go, and things to see. It's no wonder you want to name your dog after Osaka, Japan!

The following is a collection of 60 names based around Osaka's food, culture, and fun facts. These names are exclusively about Osaka, not the rest of Japan, so if that's exactly what you had in mind, you're right where you need to be! Now pull out that pen and paper to take notes!

Osaka Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with an Osaka Name

Shiba-kun

There used to be a small shop in Osaka that sold cigarettes. Whenever someone would come up to purchase anything, including snacks, a Shiba Inu named Shiba-kun would come up to the window, open it, and greet the customer. He would stand up on two feet to do this, then put his front paws on the counter, and look up with a giant grin on his face.

And well, that kind of started a whole thing in Osaka, as well as the rest of Japan, and now the meme community. Considered a national treasure, the Shiba Inu is one of six dog breeds from Japan, and is widely regarded as one of the most loyal, clean breeds in existence. These small to medium sized dogs were originally bred for hunting, but have now become more of a trend.

They have long, thick fur, pointed ears, and tails that curl over their backs. Sometimes the tails droop, making them even more adorable when they walk. And the Japanese people have taken notice. As a nation that thrives off of trends, the Shibu Inu is everywhere. They are in most homes, most pet shops, and even have a cafe dedicated to 10 of them right outside Osaka. There is also another in the heart of Tokyo.

Although the shop where it all began closed down in October of 2015, the trend that Shiba-kun left behind lives on. In fact, there have been other Shiba Inu that have fueled the viral trend even more, such as Kabosu, the Japanese dog behind the doge meme. This is the one where he was caught on camera doing an awkward side-eyed glance. His six-second Vine videos went viral, spread like wildfire, and soon got made into the funniest dog related images of our generation.

Then there was Instagram's most famous Shiba Inu, named Maru Taro. His 2.3 million followers love seeing his squinty-eyed grin. Picture a fluffy, kind of chubby, dog just sitting down with a happy grin and squinty eyes. He's gloriously funny, and adorable to boot.

It's no wonder this breed is making the leap from the internet into mainstream pop products like billboard advertisements, commercials, pens, notebooks, stickers, patches and more. Even celebrities are jumping on the bandwagon and getting these dogs just to be considered"in."

But remember, although it's all in good fun, pets aren't trends. Each year, upwards of 80% of shelter animals are euthanized in Japan due to overcrowding. These animals get abandoned once a trend is over, and then get put to sleep. So keep that in mind, and make sure your dog is shown the love and respect that every animal deserves!

Osaka Dog Name Considerations

First things first, there are a few points to consider when tagging your dog with an Osaka-inspired name. For one thing, it's crucial that you make this process about your dog, not so much Osaka. For instance, you may like several names on this list, all revolving around Osaka, and select the one that you love the most. That's fine, but what if the name doesn't really work with your dog? Instead, look to your dog for direction. What is the breed, size, appearance, and personality? Once you have this information in mind, you're more capable of looking through these names and knowing when something works, and when it doesn't.

Names that sound puny and cuddly, maybe even cute, don't quite work for big dogs, unless you're looking to be ironic or funny. Names that resound and convey images of grandeur work best on the larger breeds, but when paired with a small dog, it winds up being comical. At the end of the day, you have to gauge when a name works and when you're just trying to be funny with it. Finally, remember that Osaka is full of history. It's a modern blend of new and old. There is a lot of meaning in a lot of what they do. Be mindful, and don't be afraid to look into any references you may not understand.

Male Osaka Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Kansai Osaka is the central metropolitan city of the Kansai region
0	Castle After the Osaka castle in the heart of the city
0	Foodle In honor of the fact that Osaka is known as the nation's kitchen
0	Rice Osaka was the center of the rice trade during the Edo period
0	Okonomiyaki Osaka's most famous dish
0	Mountain Osaka is surrounded by mountains on three sides
0	Aira Osaka is known as "The City of Air," due to its skyline
0	Money Osaka is known as the economic center of Japan, if not most of Asia
0	Puppet Osaka is famous for its puppet shows
0	Joruri After the Joruri Puppet Theater
0	Noh After the Noh Theater
0	Kabuki Another famous art form in Osaka
0	Bunraku The old art of Japanese puppet theater; it originated in Osaka
0	Universal Because this was where the first Universal Studios outside America was made
0	Nakanoshima After the famous park, situated between the Tosabori and Dojima rivers
0	Tosabori After the famous river
0	Dojima After the famous river that passes through Nakanoshima Park
0	Tenjinbashisuji The longest shopping street in Japan
0	Umeda Osaka's central district
0	Shinsaibashi A famous neighborhood in Osaka
0	Shin-Osaka A district in Osaka
0	Honmachi Another neighborhood with reasonably priced hotels and restaurants
0	Tennoji Low-rent area of the city that's turning into a trendy, urban hub
0	Tempozan After the area where the aquarium is
0	Hirakata After the famous amusement park
0	Ikoma A nice hiking spot with gorgeous views
0	Banpaku The memorial park located in Kansai
0	Dotonbori The popular tourist spot
0	Funny Being called "funny" is the ultimate compliment in Osaka
0	Charm Because although it's massive, Osaka is known for being charming and friendly

Female Osaka Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Takoyaki It's baked batter and octopus
0	Negiyaki Thin batter with green onions and soy sauce
0	Yamamoto One of Osaka's most famous Negiyaki restaurants
0	Taiko-Manju A baked sweet with bean paste in the middle
0	Gozasouro One of Osaka's most famous Taiko-Manju shops
0	Chibo One of Osaka's most famous Okonomiyaki restaurants
0	Fukutaro Another one of Osaka's famous Okonomiyaki restaurants
0	Mizuno Another one of Osaka's famous Okonomiyaki restaurants
0	Kitsune After Kitsune Udob, featuring udon, deep-fried tofu and sweet sauce
0	Matsubaya A famous place that sells Kitsune Udon in Osaka
0	Kushikatsu Deep-fried meat or vegetables on a stick
0	Daruma One of Osaka's most famous Kushikatsu restaurants
0	Katsu One of Osaka's best Kushikatsu restaurants
0	Shiruhisa Just one of Osaka's famous Kushikatsu eateries
0	Edo It was during the Edo period that Osaka really came into its own
0	Ryokuchi After Osaka's Hattori Ryokuchi Park
0	Spa Because spas are all the rage in Osaka
0	Kaiyukan The name of the famous Osaka aquarium
0	Kita An area in the heart of Osaka
0	Minami Another one of Osaka's areas; urban hub
0	Sakai Southern Osaka; known for knife and sword-making
0	Yakiniku Grilled meat over a fire, eaten with sauce
0	Ajiyoshi One of Osaka's most famous Yakiniku restaurants
0	Tajimaya One of Osaka's most famous Yakiniku restaurants
0	Horumon Technically it's broiled innards of pigs or cows, but it's an original dish to Osaka
0	Sora A famous Horumon restaurant in Osaka
0	Horumon Yamato A famous Horumon restaurant in Osaka
0	Butaman A Chinese steamed bun beloved by Osaka residents
0	Abeno A place to shop, eat and drink in Osaka
0	Goof Because Osaka's people can be fun and goofy