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Aqua Liner (a classic cruise in the water city of Osaka)
The cruise departs from Osaka Castle Port, located within Osaka Castle Park, and travels along the Okawa River (formerly the Yodo River) and Nakanoshima area. As the boat glides along the river, you can enjoy the scenery of each season as well as Osaka's famous landmarks and historical sites. Enjoy the scenery of Osaka, the water city, while feeling the breath of the people who live in the city.
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| Event period and date | 通年 ※運航日程はホームページをご確認ください。 |
|---|---|
| Business hours and holidays | 10:00から16:00（毎時00分出航） |
| Price | 2,000 yen |
| How to make a reservation | Reservation site |
| Reservation site | https://book.suijo-bus.osaka/?_gl=1*1wtk7zt*_ga*NjE4NjIxMzM1LjE3NjUyNzA1NjM.*_ga_NLZ6Z8ZCC6*czE3NjUyNzA1NjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjUyNzA1NjMkajYwJGwwJGgw |
| Contact Us | 大阪水上バス 06-6942-5511 |
| Official website | https://suijo-bus.osaka/ |
| Departure and arrival points | 大阪城港 大阪市中央区大阪城２ |
| Access |
JR大阪城公園駅徒歩約3分 |
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Experience the scent of Sakai's long history
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