Tempozan Ferris Wheel: A Bird's-Eye View of Osaka
Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Osaka Bay and the city skyline from one of the world's largest Ferris wheels, day or night.
The Tempozan Ferris Wheel, one of the world's largest, offers stunning panoramic views of Osaka Bay and the city skyline from its 112.5-meter height. A 15-minute ride provides vistas of landmarks and the bay, with colorful lights displaying the next day's weather forecast, making it a must-see Osaka attraction.
A brief summary to Tempozan Ferris Wheel
- 1 Chome-1-10 Kaigandori, Osaka, 1 Chome Kaigandori, Minato Ward, Osaka, 552-0022, JP
- +816-6576-6222
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-9 pm
- Thursday 10 am-9 pm
- Friday 10 am-9 pm
- Saturday 10 am-11 pm
- Sunday 10 am-10 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and fully enjoy the panoramic views.
- Check the weather forecast before visiting; clear days offer the best visibility.
- Consider purchasing combo tickets with the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan or the Santa Maria cruise for cost savings.
- Ride at night to see the illuminated wheel and city skyline.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Tempozan Ferris Wheel is a 5-minute walk from Osakako Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line. From Osaka Station, take the Osaka Loop Line to Bentencho Station, then transfer to the Chuo Subway Line. The total fare is approximately ¥400. From Namba Station, take the Midosuji Line to Hommachi Station, then transfer to the Chuo Subway Line for approximately ¥280.
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Bus
Take the Osaka City Bus Route 88 or 60 and get off at the Tempozan Stop, which is close to the Ferris wheel.
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Car
If driving, use the Tempozan Marketplace parking lot next to the Ferris wheel. Parking fees are approximately ¥200 for 30 minutes on weekdays (with a maximum of ¥1,200) and ¥250 for 30 minutes on weekends and holidays.
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