There’s no shortage of ways to spend a day in Osaka. You might head out to Universal Studios Japan (USJ) for thrills, climb up to the Umeda Sky Building for sweeping skyline views, or step back in time with a visit to Osaka Castle. Even a casual walk through neighborhoods like Dotonbori or Shinsekai can lead you to street food stalls, retro arcades, and neon-lit backstreets. The Osaka Amazing Pass helps bring these experiences together, simplifying your travel so you can focus on discovering the city with ease.

Here’s what you need to know before you start your journey with the Osaka Amazing Pass.

The Pass

What does the Osaka Amazing Pass include?

The Osaka Amazing Pass is now QR-only, built to simplify sightseeing with unlimited rides on Osaka Metro lines, Osaka City Buses, and select private railways, plus entry to over 40 attractions. With just one pass, you can travel seamlessly across the city while saving on separate entrance fees at many of Osaka’s top spots.

The pass also acts as a discount card at approximately 50 shops and restaurants, adding extra value beyond transportation and admissions. Over one or two days, these savings can quickly add up, making the Osaka Amazing Pass one of the most practical choices for travelers eager to experience the city to the fullest.

Prices

The pass is available for one or two days. Up to four tickets can be purchased per transaction, and tickets can be transferred to someone else. The price is the same for both adults and children:

• One-Day Pass: ¥3,500
• Two-Day Pass: ¥5,000 (valid for two consecutive days)

Validity

The One-Day Pass is sold from March 25, 2025, to March 31, 2026, while the Two-Day Pass is sold until March 30, 2026. The duration is for the 2025-2026 sales period. Both passes are valid until March 31, 2026, but must be used within three months of purchase. Each valid day is based on the calendar, covering unlimited rides from the first train of the morning to the last train at night.

• The Osaka Amazing Pass grants access to an extensive network of trains and buses across Osaka, including:
• Osaka Metro (Midosuji, Tanimachi, Yotsubashi, Chuo, Sennichimae, Sakaisuji, Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi, Imazatosuji)
• New Tram and Imazato Liner
• Hankyu Railway
• Hanshin Electric Railway
• Keihan Electric Railway
• Kintetsu Railway
• Nankai Electric Railway
• Osaka City Bus (except IKEA Tsuruhama shuttle bus and Universal Studios Japan shuttle bus)
• Kita-Osaka Kyuko Line (Osaka Monorail version only)
• Osaka Monorail (Osaka Monorail version only)

(Note: The pass does not cover Kita-Osaka Kyuko)

Does the Osaka Amazing Pass include the subway?

Yes, the Osaka Amazing Pass includes unlimited rides on all Osaka Metro subway lines, so you can move between major sightseeing areas like Umeda, Namba, Shinsaibashisuji, and Tennoji without buying separate tickets.

Is the Osaka Amazing Pass discontinued?

The Osaka Amazing Pass has not been discontinued, but it is now available only as a digital QR-code ticket, since the physical card version ended in June 2024.

Do I need it?

Well, is it worth it to get the Osaka Amazing Pass given its price and coverage? The pass is worth it if you plan to visit several attractions in a day while using public transport to move around the city. For example, the One-Day Pass costs ¥3,500, but if you visit Osaka Castle (¥600), take the Umeda Sky Building observation deck (¥1,500), enjoy a Dotonbori river cruise (¥1,200), and use the subway a few times (around ¥800 total), you’ve already covered more than the pass price. Everything beyond that essentially becomes free. This makes the pass especially valuable for active sightseeing days.

Purchase

The Osaka Amazing Pass is only available online. You can purchase it through the official website or third-party travel platforms such as Klook and KKday. Once bought, you’ll receive a QR code that can be activated and used immediately.

Usage

For transportation, simply tap the pass at the subway gates like a regular ticket. Once activated, the pass is valid from 3:00am to 2:59am the following day (for the One-Day Pass) or for two consecutive days (for the Two-Day Pass). For entry into attractions, just present the digital QR code at the entrance. Staff will scan or check the pass, granting free admission or discounts depending on the facility.

It’s important to note that the validity is tied to calendar days, not hours, so starting earlier in the morning will give you the maximum benefit.

Destinations

Here are some of the top places you can visit using the pass: