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Explore the waterfront scenery in the city center and rediscover the charm of Osaka, the water city
Osaka, once a city of water, developed into an economic and cultural center through water transportation, with many boats plying the rivers that crisscrossed the city. Although the city's appearance has changed over time, there are still many spots that retain traces of the past. Take a tour of the waterfront scenery that remains in the heart of Osaka and rediscover the charm of this water city.
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INDEX
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Amphibious bus! Osaka Duck Tours
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The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka
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Important Cultural Property Osaka City Central Public Hall
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Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
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Umeda Sky Building KUCHU-TEIEN OBSERVATORY
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Dinner around Osaka Station
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1-day tour plan
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1 Around 9:00
Around 10:15 River Station Hachikenya-
Amphibious Bus
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Around 10:20 Tenmabashi Station
Walking
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2 Around 10:30 Naniwabashi Station
Keihan Nakanoshima Line: Approx. 3 minutes
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The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka
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3 Around 12:00 Naniwabashi Station
Walking
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Osaka City Central Public Hall
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4 Around 14:00 Watanabebashi Station
Keihan Nakanoshima Line: Approx. 3 minutes
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Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
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Around 16:20 Higobashi Station
Walking
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5 Around 16:30 Osaka Station
Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line: Approx. 3 minutes
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Kuchu Teien Observatory
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6 Around 18:00
Walking
Around 20:00 Osaka Station-
Dinner around Osaka Station
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1 Around 9:00
1. Amphibious bus! Osaka Duck Tours
Enjoy the spectacular splash-in and the view from the river and land
This city tour on an amphibious bus began in 2007. The highlight of this tour, which allows you to enjoy both land and water, is the spectacular splash-in moment. A special DC event, the "Spring Special Tour," will be held for a limited time from March 20 to April 13, 2025, so be sure to check it out!
2The The Museum of Oriental Ceramics Osaka
See world-class ceramics at this waterfront museum
This museum, which boasts a world-class collection centered on Chinese and Korean ceramics, has been renovated with the concept of being a museum that connects with people. The entrance hall has been expanded and renovated, and a new cafe has also been opened. To commemorate the reopening, a special exhibition titled "New Oriental Ceramics - MOCO Collection" will be held.
3Important Cultural Property Osaka City Central Public Hall
Enjoy local cuisine and historical buildings
Its impressive red brick exterior is a symbol of the Nakanoshima area. Visitors can take a tour of this precious historical building while enjoying lunch at the restaurant on the first basement floor, where you can try the famous omelet rice. Guided tours of the special rooms are also held irregularly every week.
The photo on the left is ©Osaka City Central Public Hall
4. Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
There is also a cafe and restaurant on the first floor. A museum with a diverse collection
The museum has a collection of over 6,000 pieces of outstanding art and design from Japan and around the world, mainly from the modern era. Many of the pieces have a strong connection to Osaka. There is also a shop and cafe in the free area, so you can drop in any time you like.
5Umeda Umeda Sky Building KUCHU-TEIEN OBSERVATORY
Enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view of Osaka city that can only be seen here!
The view from the 360-degree open-air rooftop observation deck is breathtaking! There is also a cafe with a spectacular view on the 40th floor. The see-through escalator leading to the observation deck is a popular photo spot.
6. Dinner around Osaka Station
The Umeda area, with its rows of department stores and commercial facilities centered around Osaka Station, is packed with gourmet spots, from reasonably priced bars and izakayas to luxurious high-end restaurants. The wide range of options to choose from depending on your purpose and budget is appealing.
