There’s a Japanese garden and a Natural and Cultural Garden here.
It’s especially famous for being one of the top 100 cherry blossom spots in Japan.
When the sakura are in bloom, the scenery is absolutely breathtaking.
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Bampaku-kinen-koen Station
A major station on the Osaka Monorail offering convenient access to Expo ’70 Commemorative Park.
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Opened in 1990, the Osaka Monorail expanded further in 1998 with the launch of the Saito Line, running between Expo ’70 Commemorative Park and Handai-byoin-mae. At the time, it was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest monorail system, and as of 2023, it still ranks as the second longest in the world.
One of its key stations, Bampaku-kinen-koen Station, was selected for the inaugural Kinki Region’s Top 100 Railway Stations, which highlights distinctive stations across the Kansai area. Affectionately known as the “Station of the Sun,” the concourse features large glass windows offering a clear view of track switches in motion, as trains arrive and depart in different directions.
The surrounding area is packed with attractions, including the lush Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, as well as LaLaport EXPOCITY, a large shopping and entertainment complex with an aquarium, Ferris wheel, and movie theater. Nearby is also Panasonic Stadium Suita, home to the professional soccer team Gamba Osaka.
Directly connected to Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), the Osaka Monorail is widely used by visitors. With easy access to Expo ’70 Commemorative Park and many other appealing destinations, Bampaku-kinen-koen Station has become an essential gateway for anyone visiting the area.
Highlights
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Recognized by Guinness World Records in 1998 as the world’s longest monorail system, and still the second longest in the world today.
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Selected for the inaugural Kinki Region’s Top 100 Railway Stations, highlighting distinctive stations across the region.
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From the concourse windows, you can watch track switches move as trains arrive and depart in different directions.
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Convenient access to major parks and large shopping centers.
Photos
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Osaka Monorail running along the east side of the concourse at Bampaku-kinen-koen Station
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Sorry, we don’t.
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Do I need a reservation to ride the cable?
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No reservation is required.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Yes. Coin lockers are available at this station, as well as at other major stations.
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Do I need an ID such as a passport to buy the ticket?
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No, it is not necessary.
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Is Wi-Fi available inside the station?
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Yes. Free “HANKYU-HANSHIN WELCOME Wi-Fi” is available for visitors from overseas at all 18 Osaka Monorail stations.
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Are platform admission tickets available?
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No. If you wish to enter the ticketed area without boarding a train, please speak with a staff member at the ticket gate.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 万博記念公園駅
- Postal Code
- 565-0826
- Address
- １Senri Banpaku Koen, Suita City, Osaka
- Telephone
- 06-6319-9961 (Osaka Monorail・Main number)
- Closed
- Open every day
- Admission
- Varies depending on the valid area.
- Access
- Osaka Monorail Bampaku-kinen-koen Station
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)