The Osaka Amazing Pass is the definitive sightseeing tool for Osaka — a single digital pass that covers unlimited rides on Osaka Metro, city buses, and select private railways, plus free entry to 40+ of the city's top attractions, from Osaka Castle to the Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory.
Available as a 1-day or 2-day pass. The pass is now fully digital — a QR code on your smartphone gets you through metro gates and attraction entrances with no physical card required. It also functions as a discount card at 50+ shops and restaurants across the city. Book your Osaka Amazing Pass on Thrillark.
Available as a 1-day or 2-day pass. The pass is now fully digital — a QR code on your smartphone gets you through metro gates and attraction entrances with no physical card required. It also functions as a discount card at 50+ shops and restaurants across the city. Book your Osaka Amazing Pass on Thrillark.
Key Highlights
- Unlimited rides on Osaka Metro (all lines), Osaka City Bus, and select private railways (Hankyu, Hanshin, Keihan, Kintetsu, Nankai) within Osaka City
- Free entry to 40+ Osaka attractions — no additional payment at any included venue
- Osaka Castle Main Tower & Toyotomi Stone Wall Museum — Osaka's most iconic landmark
- Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory — extraordinary architecture and panoramic views
- Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel — views across Osaka Bay
- Tombori River Cruise — scenic float along Dotonbori's famous canal
- Museum of History, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (discounted), and 35+ more attractions
- Discount card at 50+ shops and restaurants across the city
About Osaka Amazing Pass
Osaka is a city built for exploration — food culture, street life, castle districts, and some of Japan's most compelling modern architecture are spread across a metropolis best navigated by metro. The Osaka Amazing Pass removes every barrier to that exploration: unlimited metro travel plus free attraction entry, activated by a single QR code on your phone.
The transportation coverage alone delivers significant value. Osaka Metro covers the city comprehensively across 8 colour-coded lines, connecting every major district from Umeda and Naamba in the north and centre to Tennoji and beyond. The pass also covers select private railway lines within the city — making it genuinely city-wide, not just metro-restricted.
The 40+ included attractions represent the full scope of Osaka's sightseeing. Osaka Castle — the city's defining landmark — is included in full, with access to the Main Tower museum and the new Toyotomi Stone Wall Museum. The Umeda Sky Building is a masterwork of 1990s Japanese architecture, with a floating garden observatory connecting two towers 170 metres above the city. The Tombori River Cruise floats you along the Dotonbori, one of Japan's most famous urban waterways. The Museum of Osaka History offers a comprehensive view of 1,400 years of city development.
Beyond the free-entry attractions, the pass acts as a discount card at 50+ participating businesses — cafés, restaurants, souvenir shops, and experiences throughout the city. Book your 1-day or 2-day Osaka Amazing Pass on Thrillark.
The transportation coverage alone delivers significant value. Osaka Metro covers the city comprehensively across 8 colour-coded lines, connecting every major district from Umeda and Naamba in the north and centre to Tennoji and beyond. The pass also covers select private railway lines within the city — making it genuinely city-wide, not just metro-restricted.
The 40+ included attractions represent the full scope of Osaka's sightseeing. Osaka Castle — the city's defining landmark — is included in full, with access to the Main Tower museum and the new Toyotomi Stone Wall Museum. The Umeda Sky Building is a masterwork of 1990s Japanese architecture, with a floating garden observatory connecting two towers 170 metres above the city. The Tombori River Cruise floats you along the Dotonbori, one of Japan's most famous urban waterways. The Museum of Osaka History offers a comprehensive view of 1,400 years of city development.
Beyond the free-entry attractions, the pass acts as a discount card at 50+ participating businesses — cafés, restaurants, souvenir shops, and experiences throughout the city. Book your 1-day or 2-day Osaka Amazing Pass on Thrillark.
Inclusions
- Access to Osaka Amazing Pass
- 1 or 2 Day Pass (based on option selected)
Exclusions
- Express reserved-seat trains on private railways — additional surcharge required
- Food and beverages (10–15% discounts at 50+ participating restaurants)
- Separate-fee special exhibitions at museums
Insiders' Tips
Activate the pass after 3:00 AM on your visit day — the pass is valid from 3:00 AM to 2:59 AM the following morning, so activating even a few minutes before 3:00 AM wastes a full calendar day. Start early: arrive at Osaka Castle by 9:00 AM before crowds build. The 2-day pass is excellent value for first-time Osaka visitors — Day 1: Castle district + Dotonbori area; Day 2: Umeda + Tennoji. The pass is QR-code only — no physical version. Download and test the QR code before arriving at your first metro station.
Additional Information
Digital Only
- The Osaka Amazing Pass is now available as a digital QR-code ticket only. No physical card is issued. Download the pass to your smartphone before your visit.
- The passes are valid after 1 April 2026
- Screenshots of tickets will not be accepted
- The pass is not valid for first use on the Nankai Line from Kansai Airport Station
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before travel date to receive full refund
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Osaka Castle included?
Yes — the Osaka Amazing Pass includes free admission to the Osaka Castle Main Tower museum and the Toyotomi Stone Wall Museum. This is the pass's most valuable single attraction inclusion, as Osaka Castle is the city's most visited landmark.
Is Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan included?
No — Kaiyukan is not included with free admission, but pass holders receive a discounted entry rate. It remains one of the world's finest aquariums and is well worth visiting with the discounted pass rate.
Does the pass cover JR lines?
No — the pass covers Osaka Metro, city buses, and select private railways within Osaka City, but does NOT cover JR Lines including the Osaka Loop Line. If you need to travel on JR, you will need to pay separately.
Is the 2-day pass valid for two consecutive days?
Yes — the 2-day pass covers two consecutive calendar days. You cannot split the days. Plan your visit so that both days are adjacent.
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