Tsutenkaku

7 years ago

The symbol of Osaka loved by the locals, “Tsutenkaku”

The symbol of Osaka, Tsūtenkaku, was built in 1912 with a design inspired by Arc de Triomphe and Effiel Tower. The current Tsūtenkaku is the 2nd generation, with an observatory spot on the 5th floor allowing the visitors to enjoy the view of Osaka, and Billiken statue which is said to bring good fortune if one rubs the sole of his feet.
This popular sightseeing spot is visited by over 1 million tourists every year.

The symbolic tower of Osaka

Tsutenkaku’s unique form and its surrounding buildings in Shinsekai are well accepted as a symbol of Osaka.
The familiar tower is a six-stories building with many facilities inside.

The stunning panoramic view

The observation deck on the fifth floor is at a height of 87.5 meters. The special observation deck, “Tenbo Paradise” charges an extra fee, but ･･･

Name of the facility: Tsutenkaku

Address: 1-18-6 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa-ward, Osaka-shi

Tell: 06-6641-9555

Nearest station: ■Dobutsuen-mae Station (Osaka Metro Midosuji line)▶7 min. walk from exit 1 ■Ebisucho Station (Osaka Metro Sakaisuji line)▶5 min. walk from exit 3 ■Ebisucho Station (Hankai Railway Hankai line)▶3 min. walk

Business hours: 9 am-9 pm (Last entry at 8:30 pm)

Regular holiday: Open throughout the year

Admission fee: ■Observatory spot fee Adult (Over high school) 700 yen Middle school/ Elementary school/ Infant(5 years old and older) 400 yen ※Additional fee necessary for outside observatory spot