Things to do in Osaka

Loved the themepark and there was som much to do! Also loved all of the attractions and their themes. My all time favorite area was the Nintendo world and my favorite attraction was either the Hollywood ride where you could play Taylor Swift while screaming, or the Space Fantasy ride!

Lived the express pass and made it possible for me and my family of four to ride 14 attractions including watching the Waterworld! We rode everything we wanted and even some rides TWICE! It was amazing and would not have been possible without the express pass, 10/10 recommend!

I had planned to get here for sunset but never worked out. Even though it was wet it was a clear view of Osaka on the roof top. I got carried away so didn't get chance to eat a proper meal so was great could get a snack and a sakura ice cream, which was very delicious. To top it off got to wat whilst taking in the view. There is also a souvenir shop and if stamp collecting is part of your trip there is a stamp book in the shop

This pass is very cost-effective if you plan well. It's an online pass, and I chose the 2-day option. You should activate it on the day you plan to sightsee. It allows unlimited rides on all Metro lines. On the first day, I walked to the Umeda Sky Building; it's best to go in the morning when there are fewer people. Take the elevator to the 39th-40th floor for the view. I also planned to visit the museum, but it was closed on Tuesdays, so I took the train to Osaka Castle. You can use the QR code to enter and explore all floors of the museum inside the castle. If you walk around the right side of the castle to the bridge on the left, you'll see the Osaka-Jo Gozabune Boat dock. You can take a free boat ride around the castle by exchanging your QR code for a ticket. Nearby, there's also a sightseeing train that circles the castle, but it costs money; seniors pay 200 yen. On the second day, I went up Tsutenkaku Tower to pay respects to Billiken, but I didn't dare try the slide. Then I walked to Tennoji Zoo, which is nearby, and visited Shitennoji Temple. You can go up to the top floor via the spiral staircase by showing your QR code to the staff. In the late afternoon, I went to Osaka Bay. Next to the Kaiyukan Aquarium building, there's a sign for Santa Maria. Once inside, walk straight and go down the stairs. You can then queue for the boat, and the staff will scan your QR code. Enjoy the scenic ride around the bay. Afterward, I went on the Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, using my QR code to get a free ticket to enjoy the night view.

Abeno Harukas Observatory is a must-visit viewpoint in Osaka. Its impressive height offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire city, providing an incredibly open vista. On clear days, you can see for miles, and both daytime and nighttime views have their unique charm, with the night view being particularly stunning as the city lights create a spectacular sea of illumination. The observatory boasts a spacious layout with glass designs that ensure an unobstructed view, making it excellent for photography. It never feels cramped, allowing visitors to stroll and admire the scenery at their leisure. There's also a cafe and seating areas inside, where you can relax and enjoy the high-altitude views. Compared to other observatories, Harukas stands out for its height and superior comfort. Crowd control is also managed quite well, contributing to a very pleasant overall experience. While the ticket price might not be the cheapest, it is definitely worth it. Overall, it's a highly recommended attraction. If you want to see the most beautiful panoramic views of Osaka, this place will certainly not disappoint!

This is well worth it. Beleive me it was a hot day and last thing is having to line up and wait in a massive Queue. This place gets packed. Great thing if u book/make a reservation you skip these lines. It was a great experience they even had spray machines for you on way up to cool yourself down. They also have souvenir shops inside the castle to buy memorabilia. Its quite a massive space to explore and you get a good glimpse of history and the area is just magnificent to be in. You can also pay for boat trip down the river & other excursions. Wonderful experience.

The ferris wheel is a really fun way to take in city views! Located inside the Hep Five building on the 7th floor. We visited as a couple, usually its x4 people to a capsule but as it wasn't super busy they let us in as a pair in our own capsule which was nice!

This is a very worthwhile pass. I bought it during a 50% off promotion. You can choose 3 attractions to visit, or shopping/restaurant discount coupons. I used mine for 1 attraction and 2 shopping discount coupons. The total regular price of these three items was more than double the cost of the pass I purchased. It's also very convenient to use; just scan the QR code to enter the attractions, no need to queue up again to exchange for tickets.

soo much fun, ready comfortable seats good music and was very easy to find by putting the address into google maps. The meeting area is lit up with blue lights and has signage with “naniwa”. highly recommend!!