Osaka Transportation Guide|Osaka Castle Park
Osaka Castle Park, located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City, is centered around the iconic Osaka Castle Tower. It is a popular destination for cherry blossom viewing and sightseeing. Here are the main transportation options to help you get there easily!
From the city center
Take the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line from Umeda or Namba to "Tanimachi Yonchome Station" or "Temmabashi Station," then walk about 10-15 minutes to the park. The journey takes approximately 10-15 minutes and costs 230-280 yen. Alternatively, take the JR Loop Line to "Osaka Castle Park Station," followed by a 10-minute walk, with a fare of around 180 yen. You can also take the JR Tozai Line to "Osaka Castle Kitazume Station," which is about a 10-minute walk away.
From Kansai Airport
Take the JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service to Kyobashi Station, then transfer to the Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line to "Osaka Business Park Station." From there, it's about a 15-minute walk. The entire journey takes about 1 hour and costs approximately 1,400 yen. Alternatively, take the airport limousine bus to Osaka Station, then transfer to the subway or JR, which takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From Kyoto or Kobe
From Kyoto, take the JR Special Rapid Service to Osaka Station, then transfer to the Loop Line to "Osaka Castle Park Station." The journey takes about 50 minutes and costs approximately 970 yen. From Kobe, take the JR Special Rapid Service to Osaka Station, then transfer to the Loop Line, which takes about 40 minutes and costs approximately 810 yen.
Useful Tips
It is recommended to use Google Maps for real-time schedules. The Osaka Amazing Pass allows unlimited subway rides and free entry to the castle tower (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 600 yen for adults), making it a great deal. Inside the park, you can find plum groves, cherry blossom areas, and Nishinomaru Garden. It's perfect for leisurely walks, especially during cherry blossom season in spring or autumn foliage season.