Osaka Expo 70 Commemorative Park Guided Tour

View the symbolic “Tower of the Sun” up close, designed by artist Taro Okamoto

A professional guide will lead you through the remains of Asia’s first World Expo, visiting the rare pavilions that still stand today.

The garden showcases the finest traditional landscape design techniques and offers stunning beauty throughout the four seasons.

Back to 70' , you can vividly experience the enthusiasm of Japan and the world at that time.

Osaka Expo 70 Commemorative Park Guided Tour

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

-Explore the rare remaining pavilions of Expo ’70 and experience the vibrant spirit of Japan’s high-growth era.
-See the iconic Tower of the Sun up close, Taro Okamoto’s bold symbol of Osaka.
-Gain deeper insight into Expo history and its future legacy with guidance from a professional guide.
-See the iconic Tower of the Sun up close, Taro Okamoto’s famous symbol of Osaka.

What's included

Guide fee
Admission fee

Other personal expenses

What to expect

The Tower of the Sun
50m · Admission ticket included

Expo ’70 Commemorative Park (Approx. 50 minutes)
The tour begins at Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, developed on the site of the 1970 Japan World Exposition (Osaka Expo). As you enter the park, you’ll be greeted by the “Tower of the Sun,” the iconic symbol of the Expo created by artist Taro Okamoto. Its overwhelming presence and dynamic form never fail to impress visitors.
Expo'70 Pavilion
1h · Admission ticket included

EXPO’70 Pavilion (Approx. 60 minutes)
The highlight of this tour, the EXPO’70 Pavilion, is a memorial museum built using one of the original Expo pavilions. Inside, you can vividly experience the enthusiasm of Japan and the world at that time, along with the social atmosphere of half a century ago. Through various exhibits and preserved materials, it feels as if you’ve traveled back in time to 1970.
Expo '70 Commemorative Park
10m · Admission ticket included

Japanese Garden (Approx. 10 minutes)
The tour concludes at the Japanese Garden, created as a symbol of Japan’s pride during the Expo. The garden showcases the finest traditional landscape design techniques and offers stunning beauty throughout the four seasons, providing a moment of peace and reflection.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

[Expo ’70 Commemorative Park – Natural and Cultural Gardens, Central Gate]
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start time.

Address: 1-1 Senri Banpaku Koen, Suita City, Osaka
Access: About a 7-minute walk from Bampaku-kinen-koen Station on the Osaka Monorail

End point

[Expo ’70 Commemorative Park – Natural and Cultural Gardens, Central Gate]
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start time.

Address: 1-1 Senri Banpaku Koen, Suita City, Osaka
Access: About a 7-minute walk from Bampaku-kinen-koen Station on the Osaka Monorail

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.