Hankai Tramway: ride on the Ting Ting train, the only surviving tram in Osaka
The symbolic tramway in Sakai City, also known as the Ting Ting tram, is the last remaining tram or streetcar in Osaka Prefecture. It has been running for about 100 years, since the Meiji period, and is still used by the people of Osaka today.
The tram interior is designed in the style of the Meiji period, giving it a historic feel. The conductor’s cockpit looks almost toy-like to our eyes today, and you can’t help taking a picture.
Along the way from Tennoji Station to the Sakai city center there are many great spots to stop at for a quick detour.
The tram fare is also attractive, with a trip from Tennoji to Sakai only costing 230 yen. Why not go on a peaceful tram mini-break on the Hankai Tramway?
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