Osaka Castle
A reconstructed castle keep on stone ramparts, set in a large park once the stronghold of Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
Tickets →Osaka, Japan
Osaka: airports, things to do and where to stay
Osaka is Japan's third city, famous for its street food, neon-lit Dotonbori canal and its landmark castle.
Osaka airports
From the airport to central Osaka
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Osaka Itami International Airport airport is about 11 km from central Osaka.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance; agree the fare before getting in.
Bus
A shuttle or limousine bus connects the airport with the centre of Osaka, timed around flights.
From the airport to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport airport is about 38 km from central Osaka.
Train
The JR Haruka express and Nankai Rapi:t both run directly from the terminal to Osaka and Namba in about 35-45 minutes.
Limousine Bus
Coaches connect the airport with Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and Nara, useful for destinations off the rail lines.
Taxi
Taxis are available outside the terminal; the fare to central Osaka is considerably higher than the train.
Osaka
Things to do in Osaka
Dotonbori
The city's famous canal-side entertainment strip, lit by giant signs and crab and octopus restaurants.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Osaka?
Osaka is served by Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX).
How far is the airport from central Osaka?
Osaka Itami International Airport airport is about 11 km from central Osaka.
How do I get from the airport to central Osaka?
From Osaka Itami International Airport airport you can take Taxi and Bus. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Osaka?
Highlights of Osaka include Osaka Castle and Dotonbori.
Photo credits
- Osaka Castle: 663highland, CC BY 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Dotonbori: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons