Osaka Water Bus Aqualiner
A classic cruise through the water city of Osaka, taking in the changing seasonal waterfront scenery and visiting famous places and historical sites!
Enjoy a sightseeing cruise through Osaka, the "City of Water," from the river. The approximately 55-minute tour takes you past famous landmarks and historical sites along the waterfront, including Osaka Castle, Osaka City Central Public Hall, and the retro buildings of Kitahama. The seasonal beauty of the city's natural landscapes—cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, and vibrant autumn foliage—is another highlight. Drinks, snacks, and ice cream are available on board, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery.
Basic information
- Business hours
- Osaka Castle Port: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Yodoyabashi Port: 10:20 - 16:20
Hachikenyahama Pier: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
*Departure times vary depending on the season.
*Please check the facility's website for the latest information.
- Holidays
- January 13-14, 2027, February 3-4, 2027 *Other temporary service suspensions may occur.
Please check the facility's website for the latest information.
- Price
- [Adult] 2,000 yen
[Children (Elementary School Students)] 1,000 yen
Free boarding for those using Osaka e-pass.
Free admission is not available during cherry blossom season.
- Access
- [Osaka Castle Port]
■Approximately 3 minutes on foot from JR "Osaka Castle Park" Station (near the fountain and river in front of Osaka Castle Hall)
■ Approximately 10-15 minutes on foot from Keihan Railway and JR "Kyobashi" Station.
■ Get off at Osaka Business Park Station on Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line, then walk for about 5 minutes.
[Yodoyabashi Port]
■ Approximately 2 minutes on foot from Keihan Railway's "Yodoyabashi" Station
■ Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Yodoyabashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
[Hachikenyahama Pier]
■Approximately 2 minutes on foot from Keihan Railway's "Tenmabashi" Station (in front of Exit 17)
■ Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Tenmabashi Station on Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line
*The ticket office is located in front of the west ticket gate at Keihan Railway's Tenmabashi Station.
- Address
- 〒540-0002 2 Osakajo, Chuo-ku,Osaka
- Telephone
- 06-6942-5511（9:15～17:00）
- URL
- https://suijo-bus.osaka/cruiselist/aqualiner/
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