Types of transportation passes needed when traveling to Osaka and how to use them

 

Types of transportation passes needed when traveling to Osaka and how to use them

*Source: Tour Toctoc (https://www.tourtoctoc.com)

▶Osaka Amazing Pass

The Osaka Amazing Pass is a pass that combines transportation and admission to tourist attractions. It is said that 'you can travel to Osaka for just 2,800 yen', so all city transportation is free and you get admission to over 50 major attractions. You can use most types of transportation, including city subways and buses, unlimitedly for a set period of time. Passes are divided into 1-day passes and 2-day passes. Since the scope of rail use for 1-day passes and 2-day passes is different, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with them before purchasing. However, since it cannot be used in Kyoto, it is best to use it when traveling within Osaka city.

Please note that the fuel pass counts the number of days of use by the date of use (from the first to the last train) rather than by time, such as 24 hours or 48 hours! The 2-day pass is valid for 2 consecutive days from the start date.

• 1-day pass 2,800 yen / 2-day pass 3,600 yen
• Osaka Amazing Pass usage range

· The standard for a one-day ticket is not 24 hours from the moment of first start, but from the time of the first to the last train on the day of start.

· The 2-day pass must be used consecutively.

· Only one-day passes can be used on Hankyu, Keihan, Nankai, Hanshin, and Kintentsu private railways.

· When using the gas pass app, you can use it by simply scanning the QR code.

▶Hanshin Tourist Pass

This rail pass allows you to freely use the Hanshin Electric Railway lines, which are great for sightseeing around Osaka (Namba, Umeda) and Kobe. You can use it unlimitedly within the area for one day. The Hanshin Tourist Pass, recommended for those planning a day trip to Kobe, can depart from Umeda or Namba Station. When purchasing and using in Korea, you can pick it up at the Hankyu Tourist Center in Umeda. Move freely between Port Tower, where you can see the beautiful night view of Kobe, Kitano Ijinkan of Europe in Kobe, and Nankinmachi, one of Japan's top three Chinatowns. possible.

▶Hankyu Tourist Pass

This is a Hankyu Railway ticket that allows you to freely travel between Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, the three cities representing Kansai. While the previous Hanshin Pass was only available to Osaka and Kobe, the Hankyu Pass is a pass that allows sightseeing up to Kyoto. During the validity period, you can travel an unlimited number of times within the designated travel area for 1 or 2 days of your choice. In particular, the 2-day pass can be used non-consecutively, so it can be used in a variety of ways, such as using the 2nd and 4th days of a 4-day, 3-night itinerary.

▶ JR Kansai Pass

If you want to travel to major tourist destinations in the Kansai region, we recommend the Kansai Pass. You can conveniently travel to major cities in the Kansai region, including Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Himeji, and Nara. The Kansai Pass allows you to ride the Haruka Limited Express train, which is essential when traveling between Kansai Airport and downtown Osaka, rapid trains, and JR West local trains. There are a variety of tickets available, from 1-day tickets to 4-day tickets, making it easy to purchase according to your travel schedule. You can quickly exchange it at the digital exchange machine at the JR Pass ticket office.

Summary of how to get from Kansai Airport to Namba Station

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• First, arrive at Nankai Namba Station by Osaka Rapi:t (travel time: 35 to 40 minutes). It is the fastest means of transportation. You can purchase cheaper Lafite tickets by purchasing them in advance in Korea.

*Lafitte timetable https://www.howto-osaka.com/kr/access-timetable/

[Regular seat] Adult: 1,450 yen / Child: 730 yen

[Super Seat] Adult: 1,660 yen / Child: 940 yen

If you purchase a ticket in Korea, you must go through two procedures: receive an Osaka Rapi:t round-trip ticket or a one-way ticket as an exchange ticket and receive a physical ticket. First, receive a ticket exchange voucher at the HIS counter right next to the north exit of the arrival hall of Kansai Airport Terminal 1. If you give your exchange ticket to the Kansai Airport Station Rapi:t/Nankai Line ticket office on the 2nd floor, you will be exchanged for a real Rapi:t ticket for the fastest available time (blue sign/exchange ticket counter on the left, red sign/on-site purchase counter on the right).

• Second, Nankai Line-Airport Express (travel time: 45 to 50 minutes)

This is a private railway that goes from Osaka Kansai Airport to Namba Station. It is possible to travel at the lowest price, but since the seats are arranged like a regular subway and are not reserved, you may have to stand all the time. It must be purchased on-site and is inexpensive. (930 yen for adults to Nankai Namba Station)

The advantage of using Nankai Electric Railway is that Nankai Namba Station is directly connected to department stores and shopping malls such as Takashimaya and Namba Parks. It is a short walk to the famous downtown areas of Nipponbashi and Dotonbori, so it is convenient if you want to go shopping or eat right after arriving.