\uff3bContents\uff3d<\/h2>\n\n- What is the Osaka e-Pass?<\/a><\/li>\n
- How do you buy an Osaka e-Pass?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Admission is buttery smooth…<\/a><\/li>\n
- Osaka\u2019s iconic Tsutenkaku & cruising the Aquametropolis!<\/a><\/li>\n
- Osaka\u2019s Kita<\/em> area landmark and ninja training!<\/a><\/li>\n
- Saving \u00a52,500 & a few more tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\u25a0What is the Osaka e-Pass?<\/h2>\n
This one QR code will get you free admission to over 20 of Osaka\u2019s best attractions like the Umeda Sky Building Observatory and the Aqualiner cruise boat.
\nThe passes are offered in two types, the 1-day pass for \u00a52,000 and the 2-day pass for \u00a52,500. Of course the amount of savings you earn depends on the admission fees at each establishment. But if you visit a few different places, you will definitely save big!
\nAnd you won\u2019t need to go through the hassle of buying tickets. Getting in with the pass is so quick and easy. <\/p>\n
Have you ever heard of the Osaka Amazing Pass? That\u2019s another tourist pass, which has a few similarities, and a few differences. Let\u2019s take a closer look.
\n![\"Osaka](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-13.49.11-e1651130677403.png\")
\n![\"osaka](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2023\/07\/osaka-e-pass-en-banner.jpg\")
<\/a>
\n\uff1eOsaka e-Pass website<\/a><\/p>\nThere are some differences in the pricing, admission fees, and participating establishments, but the biggest difference is the transportation charges. The Osaka Amazing Pass allowed you to ride on the Osaka Metro and other train lines for free, but the Osaka e-Pass does not include a transportation pass.<\/span>
\nAnd another thing, you can buy the e-Pass online. Please keep in mind that neither of the passes offer a discounted children\u2019s price.<\/p>\n\u25a0How do you buy an Osaka e-Pass?<\/h2>\n
Because the pass is available online, you can buy it anytime from anywhere, even on your smartphone. Here are 3 sites where you can purchase the pass. <\/p>\n
\u30fbDeepExperience<\/a>
\n\u30fbKlook<\/a>
\n\u30fbKKday<\/a><\/p>\nAll of them process online payments and depending on which site you use, you will be able to make your purchase by credit card or other electronic payment services. <\/p>\n
First, you choose which day you would like to use your pass. (The date may be changed after making your purchase.)<\/p>\n
![\"How](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img02.jpg\")
\n![\"purchasing](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img03.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Then enter the number of passes you will purchase.<\/p>\n
![\"How](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img04.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
You will need to enter account details, your payment method, and contact information. It\u2019s similar to what you would expect from any online purchase. It takes a few minutes, but it\u2019s easy.
\nAfter you register your info, you will receive a notification of your purchase. And that\u2019s it!<\/p>\n
\u25a0Admission is buttery smooth…<\/h2>\n
Once you\u2019ve come this far, you\u2019re ready to go!
\nI decided to stop at the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living first. It seemed like the right place to start my journey in Osaka.
\nAnd so, all you have to do to get into the museum is display the ticket screen.<\/p>\n
![\"Osaka](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img05.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
On the top right, there is a QR code, which you show at the reception. The staff uses a special machine to scan the code.<\/p>\n
![\"scanning](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img06-1.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
This is all you have to do!
\nIt\u2019s so easy!
\nNow, it\u2019s time to take in the museum. The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living is a great place to learn about the history and culture of the city.
\n![\"Osaka](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img07.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Currently, part of the museum is under construction so some of the displays are closed. However, it is scheduled to fully reopen by fall 2022.
\nIt\u2019s a bit of a shame that I can\u2019t show you all the museum has to offer, but there is still a lot to see on the 8th floor. When you walk into the exhibition, a huge map of Osaka from 1924 sprawls beneath your feet. <\/p>\n
![\"Osaka](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img08.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
It does feel a little strange to walk on top of a map of the city. Unusual and fun! And on the periphery, showcases display elaborate models of the town and buildings. I was really impressed with the model of the original Tsutenkaku Tower and the amusement park that surrounded it. I didn\u2019t know that area used to have an amusement park!<\/p>\n
![\"model](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img09.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
There\u2019s also a model of the famous tea room Sa-an<\/em> at Gyokurinin Temple. It is so incredibly detailed and surprisingly big too. <\/p>\n![\"Gyokurinin](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img10.jpg\")
\n![\"Gyokurinin](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img11.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
When the construction at the museum is complete, I hope to visit again. It should be finished by fall of 2022.<\/p>\n
\u25a0Osaka\u2019s iconic Tsutenkaku & cruising the Aquametropolis!<\/h2>\n
Next up, Tsutenkaku! (Since I saw the model at the museum, it seemed only fitting to go there next.)
\nTsutenkaku is a symbol of the city from the past and present. It\u2019s one of those must-see sightseeing spots.
\nThe surrounding neighborhood, Shinsekai, is the heart of Osaka\u2019s soul-food scene with rows of restaurants serving grilled organ meats (horumon<\/em>) and fried skewers (kushikatsu<\/em>)<\/p>\n![\"Looking](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img12.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Before you go up, you have to go down! The entrance to Tsutenkaku is actually located in the basement.<\/p>\n
![\"Tsutenkaku](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img13.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
This is another establishment where admission is easy. You simply show your smartphone to the staff.<\/p>\n
![\"Using](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img15.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Then you take the elevator up to the observation deck 87.5 meters (287 feet) aboveground. When you step out, you\u2019ll see Billiken. Go ahead and rub his feet for good luck! Well, actually pre-Covid you could touch his feet, now think of it as an \u201cair rub\u201d like playing air guitar. <\/p>\n
![\"\u30b3\u30ed\u30ca\u798d\u3067\u306f\u901a\u5929\u95a3\u306e\u30d3\u30ea\u30b1\u30f3\u3055\u3093\u3068\u30a8\u30a2\u30fc\u30bf\u30c3\u30c1\"](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img16.jpg\")
\n![\"\u901a\u5929\u95a3\u306e\u5c55\u671b\u53f0\"](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img17.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Walk around the observation deck for views of all directions. It\u2019s really close to Abeno Harukas, so peek out the southeast window for a nice photo of Japan\u2019s tallest building.<\/p>\n
![\"View](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img18.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
I decided to pay extra to go on the outdoor observation deck TIP THE TSUTENKAKU. It isn\u2019t included in the e-Pass, but I figured it was worth a few extra yen to climb out on the 92.5 meter (303 feet) tall see-through deck. It definitely was!<\/p>\n
![\"TIP](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img19.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
And here is Tsutenkaku\u2019s rooftop garden.
\nMost people overlook it, but there is actually a garden on the 3rd floor of the tower.<\/p>\n
![\"Tsutenkaku](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img20.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
Pop in for a look at the Japanese style garden when you\u2019re here!
\nAfter a nice lunch in Shinsekai, I headed over to Osaka Castle Park.
\nThe Aqualiner cruise boat departs from a small dock inside the park.<\/p>\n
![\"Aqualiner](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img21.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
The Osaka Castle Pier is located on the north side of the castle, just beyond the cafes and restaurants at Jo Osaka Terrace.
\nGet your tickets from the reception desk by simply showing your QR code. <\/p>\n
![\"Aqualiner](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img22.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
And that\u2019s it. Now we\u2019re ready to board!<\/p>\n
![\"boarding](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img23.jpg\")
\n![\"Aqualiner](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img24.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
The boat is beautiful inside. You\u2019re so close to the water and the boat is completely covered with windows. Look out over the city and view famous landmarks like Osaka Castle and Osaka City Public Hall from the water. This is what it must be like for all the ducks!
\nAnd, the boat is climate-controlled, so it will be a comfortable cruise whenever you visit. This is a great way to explore Aquametropolis Osaka. <\/p>\n
![\"view](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img25.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
The pass will also get you admission to the Osaka Castle Museum and the Gozabune cruise around the castle moat. But I chose this longer river cruise today.
\nOh, and there\u2019s one more place I wanted to visit!<\/p>\n
\u25a0Osaka\u2019s kita<\/em> area landmark and ninja training!
\n<\/h2>\nThere\u2019s one place that I\u2019ve always wanted to go\u2014the Ninja Information Center (on the 8th floor of Edion in Namba).
\nApproved by the one and only Japan Ninja Council before opening, this is the real deal.<\/p>\n
![\"Ninja](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img26.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
I won\u2019t go into too many details and spoil all the fun, but here is a glimpse of the ninja experiences waiting for you here.
\nChildren and those young at heart will love solving mysteries and finding the scrolls hidden in the ninja house. There is a time-limit so you have to work fast!<\/p>\n
![\"Ninja](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img27.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
And you can practice throwing ninja stars.<\/p>\n
![\"ninja](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img28.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
It\u2019s harder than it looks\ud83e\udd28
\nI started the day with the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, moved on to Tsutenkaku and then cruised the city\u2019s rivers on the Aqualiner before exploring the Ninja Information Center. That\u2019s 4 so far, but how about one more?
\nI headed up to Umeda for a whirl on the HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel.
\n![\"HEP](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img29.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
It\u2019s another one of Osaka\u2019s famous landmarks, and the bright red wheel visible from most parts of Umeda.<\/p>\n
![\"scenery](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img30.jpg\")
\n![\"HEP](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/osaka-e-pass-popular-img31.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
There\u2019s nothing like riding a Ferris wheel right in the middle of a city.
\nYou get great views of Osaka Station and the city skyscrapers. Plus, you can see as far as Mt. Ikoma off in the distance. The station was perfectly backlit by the sunset when I visited. It\u2019s nice all day, but dusk is particularly beautiful. <\/p>\n
\u25a0Saving \u00a52,500 & a few more tips<\/h2>\n
Here is the course I took in detail with the amount I saved in parentheses.<\/p>\n
\u25cfDepart from Umeda
\n<\/h3>\n
\u2193(Higashi-Umeda Station to Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n
\u25cfOsaka Museum of Housing and Living (\u00a5400)<\/h3>\n
\u2193(Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station to Ebisucho Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n
\u25cfTsutenkaku (\u00a5900)<\/h3>\n
\u2193(Shin-Imamiya Station to \u014csakaj\u014dk\u014den Station via the JR Osaka Loop Line)<\/p>\n
\u25cfAqualiner (\u00a51,600)<\/h3>\n
\u2193(Osaka Business Park Station to Namba Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n
\u25cfNinja Information Center (\u00a5 1,000)<\/h3>\n
\u2193(Namba Station to Umeda Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n
\u25cfHEP FIVE Ferris Wheel (\u00a5600)<\/h3>\n
Combined the admission to these establishments would have totaled \u00a54,500.\u2028But with the one-day Osaka e-Pass for \u00a52,000 I saved \u00a52,500.<\/strong>
\nIf you plan your trip well, you could visit even more places and save more.
\nThe other thing I loved about the pass was being able to skip purchasing a ticket at each establishment. It was so easy to display my QR code and go right in.
\nThere are a few things you\u2019ll want to be aware of before you get your pass.<\/p>\n\n- The Osaka e-Pass is only valid until the closing time of each establishment on the day you use it. It is not a full 24 hours.<\/li>\n
- The pass can only be used at each establishment once. No matter how much you enjoyed it, you won\u2019t be able to ride twice or re-enter the same facility again.<\/li>\n
- Transportation fees are not included in the pass. So you will have to pay train and bus fares separately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
For more detailed information, including business hours and closing days for each facility, please refer to the official Osaka e-Pass website<\/a>. <\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/maido-storage.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com\/maido\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-28-at-16.14.33-e1651133601397.png\")
<\/p>\n
\u25a0What is the Osaka e-Pass?<\/h2>\n
This one QR code will get you free admission to over 20 of Osaka\u2019s best attractions like the Umeda Sky Building Observatory and the Aqualiner cruise boat.
\nThe passes are offered in two types, the 1-day pass for \u00a52,000 and the 2-day pass for \u00a52,500. Of course the amount of savings you earn depends on the admission fees at each establishment. But if you visit a few different places, you will definitely save big!
\nAnd you won\u2019t need to go through the hassle of buying tickets. Getting in with the pass is so quick and easy. <\/p>\n
Have you ever heard of the Osaka Amazing Pass? That\u2019s another tourist pass, which has a few similarities, and a few differences. Let\u2019s take a closer look. There are some differences in the pricing, admission fees, and participating establishments, but the biggest difference is the transportation charges. The Osaka Amazing Pass allowed you to ride on the Osaka Metro and other train lines for free, but the Osaka e-Pass does not include a transportation pass.<\/span> Because the pass is available online, you can buy it anytime from anywhere, even on your smartphone. Here are 3 sites where you can purchase the pass. <\/p>\n \u30fbDeepExperience<\/a> All of them process online payments and depending on which site you use, you will be able to make your purchase by credit card or other electronic payment services. <\/p>\n First, you choose which day you would like to use your pass. (The date may be changed after making your purchase.)<\/p>\n Then enter the number of passes you will purchase.<\/p>\n You will need to enter account details, your payment method, and contact information. It\u2019s similar to what you would expect from any online purchase. It takes a few minutes, but it\u2019s easy. Once you\u2019ve come this far, you\u2019re ready to go! On the top right, there is a QR code, which you show at the reception. The staff uses a special machine to scan the code.<\/p>\n This is all you have to do! Currently, part of the museum is under construction so some of the displays are closed. However, it is scheduled to fully reopen by fall 2022. It does feel a little strange to walk on top of a map of the city. Unusual and fun! And on the periphery, showcases display elaborate models of the town and buildings. I was really impressed with the model of the original Tsutenkaku Tower and the amusement park that surrounded it. I didn\u2019t know that area used to have an amusement park!<\/p>\n There\u2019s also a model of the famous tea room Sa-an<\/em> at Gyokurinin Temple. It is so incredibly detailed and surprisingly big too. <\/p>\n When the construction at the museum is complete, I hope to visit again. It should be finished by fall of 2022.<\/p>\n Next up, Tsutenkaku! (Since I saw the model at the museum, it seemed only fitting to go there next.) Before you go up, you have to go down! The entrance to Tsutenkaku is actually located in the basement.<\/p>\n This is another establishment where admission is easy. You simply show your smartphone to the staff.<\/p>\n Then you take the elevator up to the observation deck 87.5 meters (287 feet) aboveground. When you step out, you\u2019ll see Billiken. Go ahead and rub his feet for good luck! Well, actually pre-Covid you could touch his feet, now think of it as an \u201cair rub\u201d like playing air guitar. <\/p>\n Walk around the observation deck for views of all directions. It\u2019s really close to Abeno Harukas, so peek out the southeast window for a nice photo of Japan\u2019s tallest building.<\/p>\n I decided to pay extra to go on the outdoor observation deck TIP THE TSUTENKAKU. It isn\u2019t included in the e-Pass, but I figured it was worth a few extra yen to climb out on the 92.5 meter (303 feet) tall see-through deck. It definitely was!<\/p>\n And here is Tsutenkaku\u2019s rooftop garden. Pop in for a look at the Japanese style garden when you\u2019re here! The Osaka Castle Pier is located on the north side of the castle, just beyond the cafes and restaurants at Jo Osaka Terrace. And that\u2019s it. Now we\u2019re ready to board!<\/p>\n The boat is beautiful inside. You\u2019re so close to the water and the boat is completely covered with windows. Look out over the city and view famous landmarks like Osaka Castle and Osaka City Public Hall from the water. This is what it must be like for all the ducks! The pass will also get you admission to the Osaka Castle Museum and the Gozabune cruise around the castle moat. But I chose this longer river cruise today. There\u2019s one place that I\u2019ve always wanted to go\u2014the Ninja Information Center (on the 8th floor of Edion in Namba). I won\u2019t go into too many details and spoil all the fun, but here is a glimpse of the ninja experiences waiting for you here. And you can practice throwing ninja stars.<\/p>\n It\u2019s harder than it looks\ud83e\udd28 It\u2019s another one of Osaka\u2019s famous landmarks, and the bright red wheel visible from most parts of Umeda.<\/p>\n There\u2019s nothing like riding a Ferris wheel right in the middle of a city. Here is the course I took in detail with the amount I saved in parentheses.<\/p>\n \u2193(Higashi-Umeda Station to Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n \u2193(Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Station to Ebisucho Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n \u2193(Shin-Imamiya Station to \u014csakaj\u014dk\u014den Station via the JR Osaka Loop Line)<\/p>\n \u2193(Osaka Business Park Station to Namba Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n \u2193(Namba Station to Umeda Station via the Osaka Metro)<\/p>\n Combined the admission to these establishments would have totaled \u00a54,500.\u2028But with the one-day Osaka e-Pass for \u00a52,000 I saved \u00a52,500.<\/strong> For more detailed information, including business hours and closing days for each facility, please refer to the official Osaka e-Pass website<\/a>. <\/p>\n
\n
\n<\/a>
\n\uff1eOsaka e-Pass website<\/a><\/p>\n
\nAnd another thing, you can buy the e-Pass online. Please keep in mind that neither of the passes offer a discounted children\u2019s price.<\/p>\n\u25a0How do you buy an Osaka e-Pass?<\/h2>\n
\n\u30fbKlook<\/a>
\n\u30fbKKday<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nAfter you register your info, you will receive a notification of your purchase. And that\u2019s it!<\/p>\n\u25a0Admission is buttery smooth…<\/h2>\n
\nI decided to stop at the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living first. It seemed like the right place to start my journey in Osaka.
\nAnd so, all you have to do to get into the museum is display the ticket screen.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nIt\u2019s so easy!
\nNow, it\u2019s time to take in the museum. The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living is a great place to learn about the history and culture of the city.
\n<\/p>\n
\nIt\u2019s a bit of a shame that I can\u2019t show you all the museum has to offer, but there is still a lot to see on the 8th floor. When you walk into the exhibition, a huge map of Osaka from 1924 sprawls beneath your feet. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n\u25a0Osaka\u2019s iconic Tsutenkaku & cruising the Aquametropolis!<\/h2>\n
\nTsutenkaku is a symbol of the city from the past and present. It\u2019s one of those must-see sightseeing spots.
\nThe surrounding neighborhood, Shinsekai, is the heart of Osaka\u2019s soul-food scene with rows of restaurants serving grilled organ meats (horumon<\/em>) and fried skewers (kushikatsu<\/em>)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nMost people overlook it, but there is actually a garden on the 3rd floor of the tower.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nAfter a nice lunch in Shinsekai, I headed over to Osaka Castle Park.
\nThe Aqualiner cruise boat departs from a small dock inside the park.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nGet your tickets from the reception desk by simply showing your QR code. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n
\nAnd, the boat is climate-controlled, so it will be a comfortable cruise whenever you visit. This is a great way to explore Aquametropolis Osaka. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nOh, and there\u2019s one more place I wanted to visit!<\/p>\n\u25a0Osaka\u2019s kita<\/em> area landmark and ninja training!
\n<\/h2>\n
\nApproved by the one and only Japan Ninja Council before opening, this is the real deal.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nChildren and those young at heart will love solving mysteries and finding the scrolls hidden in the ninja house. There is a time-limit so you have to work fast!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nI started the day with the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, moved on to Tsutenkaku and then cruised the city\u2019s rivers on the Aqualiner before exploring the Ninja Information Center. That\u2019s 4 so far, but how about one more?
\nI headed up to Umeda for a whirl on the HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel.
\n<\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n
\nYou get great views of Osaka Station and the city skyscrapers. Plus, you can see as far as Mt. Ikoma off in the distance. The station was perfectly backlit by the sunset when I visited. It\u2019s nice all day, but dusk is particularly beautiful. <\/p>\n\u25a0Saving \u00a52,500 & a few more tips<\/h2>\n
\u25cfDepart from Umeda
\n<\/h3>\n\u25cfOsaka Museum of Housing and Living (\u00a5400)<\/h3>\n
\u25cfTsutenkaku (\u00a5900)<\/h3>\n
\u25cfAqualiner (\u00a51,600)<\/h3>\n
\u25cfNinja Information Center (\u00a5 1,000)<\/h3>\n
\u25cfHEP FIVE Ferris Wheel (\u00a5600)<\/h3>\n
\nIf you plan your trip well, you could visit even more places and save more.
\nThe other thing I loved about the pass was being able to skip purchasing a ticket at each establishment. It was so easy to display my QR code and go right in.
\nThere are a few things you\u2019ll want to be aware of before you get your pass.<\/p>\n\n
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