Osaka Metro

Operated by Osaka Metro, the Osaka subway system boasts nine lines that cover major stations and attractions in downtown, making it a top choice for tourists navigating the city. With trains running every 3 to 5 minutes during peak hours and 5 to 10 minutes during off-peak hours, the subway operates from 5 a.m. to midnight. Key stations include Umeda, Namba, Shinsaibashi, Hommachi, Nihonbashi, and Tennoj.

Transfers & Nearby Attractions of Osaka Metro Lines

Midosuji Line (Red, M):

M11 Esaka: Keihan Kyoto Line
M13 Shin-Osaka: JR Line, Shinkansen;
M14 Nishinakajima-Minami: Hanshin Line
M16 Umeda: Tanimachi Line, Yotsubashi Line, JR Line, Hanshin Line, Hanshin Express Osaka Line; Umeda Sky Building, Hep Five Ferris Wheel, Hanshin Department Store
M17 Yodoyabashi: Keihan Line
M18 Honmachi: Yotsubashi Line, Chubu Line
M19 Shinsaibashi: Yotsubashi Line, Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line; Shinsaibashi Shopping Street, Amerikamura
M20 Namba: Yotsubashi Line, Sennichimae Line, JR Line, Hanshin Line, Kintetsu Line, Nankai Line; Dotonbori
M21 Ookunomachi: Yotsubashi Line; Kizugawa Market
M22 Zoo-mae: Sakai-suji Line, JR Line, Hanshin Sakai Line, Nankai Line; Tower of the Sun, Shinsekai Shopping Street
M23 Tennoji: Tanimachi Line, Imabari Liner, JR Line, Kintetsu Line, Hanshin Sakai Line; Shitennoji Temple, Abeno Harukas
M26 Nagayoshi: Imabari Liner, JR Line
M30 Nakazekiko: Senboku Expressway Line, Nankai Line

Tanimachi Line (Purple, T):

T11 Daini: Osaka Monorail
T13 Kotohiromachi Konoyacho: Keihanna Line
T18 Tennojibashi-dori Rokuchome: Sakai-suji Line, Hankyu Line; Tennojibashi-dori Shopping Street
T19 Nakazaki-cho: Nakazaki-cho
T20 Higashi-Umeda: Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line, JR Line, Hankyu Line, Hanshin Line; Umeda Sky Building, Hep Five Ferris Wheel, Hankyu Umeda Sannomae Street
T21 Minamisen-cho: Sakai-suji Line, JR Line
T22 Tenmabashi: Keihan Line; Osaka Castle Park
T23 Tanimachi Yonchome: Chuo Line; Osaka Castle Park
T24 Tanimachi Rokuchome: Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line
T25 Tanimachi Kuchome: Senninmae Line Kintetsu Line
T27 Tennoji: Midosuji Line, Konoya Liner, JR Line, Kintetsu Line, Hanshin-Namba Line; Shitenno-ji Temple, Abeno Harukas

Yotsubashi Line (Dark Blue, Y):

Y11 Nishi-Umeda: Midosuji Line, Tanimachi Line, JR Line, Hankyu Line, Hanshin Line; Umeda Sky Building, Hep Five Ferris Wheel, Hankyu Sannomiya Street 
Y12 Hitachi-bashi: Keihan Kyoto Line
Y13 Honcho: Midosuji Line, Chuo Line
Y14 Yotsubashi: Midosuji Line, Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line
Y15 Namba: Midosuji Line, Senninmae Line, JR Line, Hanshin Line, Kintetsu Line, Nankai Line; a major transportation hub and shopping district
Y16 Daikokucho: Midosuji Line; Kitazawa Ichiba Market
Y21 Suminoe Park: New Tram Line

Chuo Line (Green, C):

C10 Uchu Hiroba (Universe Square): New Tram
C11 Osaka-ko (Osaka Port): Kaiyukan Aquarium, Tempozan Ferris Wheel, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Santa Maria Cruise Ship
C13 Benten-cho: JR Line
C14 Kujo: Hanshin Line
C15 Abura-za: Sennen-mae Line
C16 Hon-cho: Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line
C17 Sakai-suji Hon-cho: Sakai-suji Line
C18 Tanimachi Shichome: Tanimachi Line, Osaka Castle Park
C19 Morinomiya: Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line, JR Line, Osaka Castle Park
C20 Midori-bashi: Iminori Line
C22 Takaida: JR Line
C23 Nagata: Kintetsu Line

Sennichimae Line (Pink, S):

S11 Noda-Hanshin: JR Line, Hanshin Line
S12 Tamagawa: JR Line
S13 Awaza: Chuo Line
S14 Nishinagabori: Nagabori-Tsurumi Ryokuchi Line
S15 Sakurada: Hanshin Line, Nankai Line
S16 Namba: Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line, JR Line, Hanshin Line, Kintetsu Line, Nankai Line
S17 Nihonbashi: Sakai-suji Line, Kintetsu Line; Kuromon Market
S18 Tanimachi Kyuchome: Tanimachi Line, Kintetsu Line
S19 Tsuruhashi: JR Line, Kintetsu Line
S20 Imari: Imari-suji Line, Imari Liner

Sakai-suji Line (Brown, K):

K11 Tenjinbashi-suji Rokuchome: Tanimachi Line, Hanshin Kyoto Line; Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street
K12 Ogimachi: JR Line
K13 Minamisen-cho: Tanimachi Line, JR Line
K14 Kitahama: Keihan Line
K15 Sakai-suji Hon-cho: Chuo Line
K16 Nagabori-bashi: Nagabori-Tsurumi Ryokuchi Line
K17 Nihonbashi: Senchien Frontline, Kintetsu Line; Kuromon Ichiba (Black Gate Market)
K18 Ebisu-cho: Hanshin-Sakai Line
K19 Zoo-mae: Midosuji Line, JR Line, Hanshin-Sakai Line, Nankai Line
K20 Tenka-chaya: Nankai Line

Osaka Monorail Line (Grass Green, N)  

N11 Ota: JR Line  
N12 Yumedome Mae Sendagaya: Hanshin Line  
N13 Nishi-Nagahori: Sennichimae Line  
N15 Shinsaibashi: Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line  
N16 Nagahori Bridge: Sakai-suji Line  
N18 Tanimachi Rokuchome: Tanimachi Line  
N19 Tamaki: JR Line  
N20 Mori no Miya: Chuo Line, JR Line; Osaka Castle Park  
N22 Kyobashi: JR Line, Keihan Line  
N23 Kabura-chome: Imazato-suji Line  

Imazato-suji Line (Orange, I): 

I14 Kotetsu-hisamatsu: Tanimachi Line  
I17 Sekime Seiei: Keihan Line  
I18 Kabura-chome: Osaka Monorail Line  
I19 Shigino: JR Line  
120 Midoribashi: Chuo Line  
121 Imazato: Sennichimae Line, Imazato Liner

New Tram Line (Sky Blue, P):

P09 Universe Square: Chuo Line
P18 Suminoe Park: Yotsubashi Line

How to Pay - Tickets, Cards or Passes?

With multiple Osaka attractions to visit in a single day, repeatedly buying single-journey tickets through ticket vending machines or service windows can be both time-consuming and expensive. Instead, consider using IC cards or passes for a hassle-free experience.

Supported IC Cards in Osaka Metro

Osaka Metro accepts a variety of IC cards, including ICOCA, Kansai One Pass, Suica, PASMO, and others. If your card balance runs low, simply recharge it at any subway station before boarding.

Maximize Your Travel with Subway Passes

For an even better deal, consider purchasing a subway pass. Options like the 1-day or 2-day pass, and the "Enjoy Eco Card" offer coverage not just on the Osaka Metro, but also on most city bus lines, some railways, ferries and even discounts on city attractions.

How to Take the Right Subway Train in Osaka?

Navigating the Osaka Metro, with its intricate layout and bustling stations, can be daunting for first-time visitors. Follow these five steps to navigate it with ease. 

1. Plan Your Route: Use Google Maps or Yahoo Maps to plot your journey. The routes of the shortest time and least transfers are always recommended.

2. Find the Right Entrance: Head to the entrance suggested by your app to reach the correct platform quickly. This cuts down on confusion and saves time.

3. Board the Correct Train: At the platform, check the overhead signs and display screen for the platform number, line name and direction, while the carriage number is on the ground. Wait for the train that matches your departure time; if it doesn't, it's not your train.

4. Stay Alert During Your Ride: Keep an eye on the screens showing upcoming stations. This real-time info ensures you don't miss your stop as well as get off and transfer at the right station.

If you find Osaka's traffic too complex to handle on your own, consider guided tours recommended by our website for a seamless experience.