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  • Glenn Djangkar
    Jakarta, Indonesia260 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Reliable Mode of Transport
    Though we had a JR Pass, when we were in Osaka, the Osaka Metro ended up being the means of transport that we used the most. Very reliable though try to plan your travel so you do not get caught in the middle of peak hour. Getting a map from the station master really helps. Facilities are great. There are always clean toilets and elevators at every station. Those travelling with strollers should be careful as the platform and the train carriage do not always align with each other.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 28 March 2023
  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China14,495 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Major transport network of Osaka
    Osaka Metro is an important railway network of the city. Service is generally fast and reliable. Stations in the downtown area, however, are fairly spread out and may not be convenient for tourists especially for east-west travel. The mass transit network of Osaka, consisting of multiple operators, can be pretty confusing for first-time commuters.
    Visited April 2023
    Written 23 April 2023
  • Abovetheclouds
    2,442 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Efficient and easy to use.
    A lot better and easier to use than the Tokyo Metro. Trains are more frequent and it is less busier. Even rush hour is not too bad. Very easy to purchase a ticket. Lines are clearly signposted. Clean and easy to navigate. Have coins in large denominations to purchase a ticket. Tickets are small so look after them. I lost mine a few times! Suggest downloading the Osaka Subway Guide and Planner on Google Play Store which is really helpful in planning a journey. Stations are huge especially main ones like Umeda and Namba so give yourself time if you need to be somewhere and have the correct Exit or you will walk in circles! Japan is a very orderly country so don't push to get on a train, wait in line. Avoid eating or drinking or talking loudly. Only sit in a priority seat if you are eligible to or the train is empty. To be honest, there are not that many tourist attractions in Osaka and most are conveniently located quite close to each other so your only likely to use a few of the lines and stations.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 7 June 2023
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Norm the Nomad
Australia1 003 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
The interconnecting metro subway system never cease to amaze. Criss-crossing everywhere, one learns that “if you like it then buy it there and then” as the chance of ever finding your way back to the same shop is near zero.
Written 22 October 2023
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Abovetheclouds
2 442 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Solo
A lot better and easier to use than the Tokyo Metro. Trains are more frequent and it is less busier. Even rush hour is not too bad. Very easy to purchase a ticket. Lines are clearly signposted. Clean and easy to navigate. Have coins in large denominations to purchase a ticket. Tickets are small so look after them. I lost mine a few times! Suggest downloading the Osaka Subway Guide and Planner on Google Play Store which is really helpful in planning a journey. Stations are huge especially main ones like Umeda and Namba so give yourself time if you need to be somewhere and have the correct Exit or you will walk in circles! Japan is a very orderly country so don't push to get on a train, wait in line. Avoid eating or drinking or talking loudly. Only sit in a priority seat if you are eligible to or the train is empty. To be honest, there are not that many tourist attractions in Osaka and most are conveniently located quite close to each other so your only likely to use a few of the lines and stations.
Written 7 June 2023
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China14 495 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023
Osaka Metro is an important railway network of the city. Service is generally fast and reliable. Stations in the downtown area, however, are fairly spread out and may not be convenient for tourists especially for east-west travel. The mass transit network of Osaka, consisting of multiple operators, can be pretty confusing for first-time commuters.
Written 23 April 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Glenn Djangkar
Jakarta, Indonesia260 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023
Though we had a JR Pass, when we were in Osaka, the Osaka Metro ended up being the means of transport that we used the most. Very reliable though try to plan your travel so you do not get caught in the middle of peak hour. Getting a map from the station master really helps. Facilities are great. There are always clean toilets and elevators at every station. Those travelling with strollers should be careful as the platform and the train carriage do not always align with each other.
Written 29 March 2023
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Aurore
Eloy, AZ12 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Family
We were told metro in Japan is never late. We were twice treated to late trains. Third time, it was late, still.
Written 29 May 2021
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Debinha K
Bee, Italy10 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021
There were multiple delays. Very uncharacteristic for Japan. There were no explanation or someone to talk to about connection. We couldn't believe it!
Written 7 April 2021
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367sandcastle
45 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2021
I take the metro every day, it runs on time and is rarely interrupted (depending on the line). Some lines busier than others, avoid Midosuji if you can. You can easily take the Yotsubashi line to get to central areas that intersect with some Midosuji stations.
Written 23 January 2021
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Dzulhilmi Zulkifli
Putrajaya, Malaysia113 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Most of the train in Osaka was Osaka Metro, You can use this train to go to most of the places in Osaka
Written 9 March 2020
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mrbadsyam
Cyberjaya, Malaysia283 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
One of the most convenience ways to travel. But behold with all the roads junctions gates etc that surely can give you headache.
Written 13 January 2020
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PaulSiow
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia2 731 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019
We bought the Osaka Amazing pass for 2 days which cover the metro trains as well as some popular attractions. The Osaka metro was smooth, punctual and clean and covers most of the important tourist attractions. Our preferred way to travel.
Written 31 December 2019
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