Luxury Osaka Sightseeing Classic Route

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The Kaiyukan Aquarium is a must-go! But I want even more enjoyment!!

I absolutely love sea creatures! The distinctive exterior of Kaiyukan Aquarium is also great!!

And it's just a short ride from Namba or Umeda, the two main stations, via Osaka Metro, so its excellent location is also a charm!! This time, I used the great-value "Enjoy Eco Card" to visit Kaiyukan Aquarium and other classic Osaka sightseeing spots with my friend Kyung A!

Starting from Osaka Port Station, the closest station to Kaiyukan, it's about a 6-minute walk!

I've been to Kaiyukan a few times, and the various creatures' expressions are full of charm!

I love going around the large tank in the aquarium and looking up at the various fish from different angles.

The corridor leading to the Arctic zone has mirrors on both sides, creating a very dreamy atmosphere! The artificial ice on the ceiling reflects on the mirrors, giving a sense of boundlessness, as if walking through the Arctic Sea♪

At Kaiyukan, you can experience a magical world as if you are living in the sea, and the special exhibitions are very captivating. The special exhibitions at Kaiyukan are full of charm. I want to go again and again.

After carefully viewing the creatures, head to the adjacent Tempozan Market Street for lunch. There are many local Osaka food options to choose from, which is also very convenient!

Although we didn't ride this time, by showing the "Enjoy Eco Card" you can get a discount on the Tempozan Ferris Wheel and the Santa Maria sightseeing ship.

It was almost evening. I really wanted to see the sunset from the Kuchu Teien Observatory at Umeda Sky Building, so we took the Osaka Metro to Umeda. You can also use the "Enjoy Eco Card" for a discounted entrance here, which made me very happy.

The panoramic view of metropolitan Osaka from a height of 173 meters is absolutely beautiful! The setting sun was also incredibly moving, and that moment was touching!

Finally, we went to the nearby Osaka Station City.

Osaka Station is bustling with people every day. However, the place where you can see everyone enjoying themselves is "Jiku Plaza". As the name suggests, this is a plaza-like space with many benches, and many people wait here for others. Looking down at the trains coming and going, or watching various seasonal events, you almost forget the time.

For a day of sightseeing in Osaka city, the Osaka Metro 1-day pass "Enjoy Eco Card" is essential! The adult weekday ticket is 820 yen, weekend and holiday ticket is 620 yen, and children's ticket is 310 yen, very economical.

You can easily buy it from the ticket vending machines at the stations, and you can enjoy unlimited rides on the entire Osaka Metro network and most Osaka City Bus routes, so the more you ride, the more valuable it is!! Discounts on Tempozan Ferris Wheel and Kuchu Teien Observatory tickets are also available, so you'll want to visit as many attractions as possible.

Today was a day full of the charm of Osaka, and it was wonderful. I really recommend the "Enjoy Eco Card"!

Travel Journal Index:

1. ● As expected, I love Kaiyukan Aquarium☆

2. ● Going to the long-awaited Kuchu Teien Observatory

3. ● Always energetic Osaka Station City

4. ● "Enjoy Eco Card" great value set ticket

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