Sakishima Cosmo Tower Observatory

Japanese: さきしまコスモタワー展望台

Suminoe Ward, Osaka

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In short

An observation deck on the top floor, the 55th floor, of the 256-meter-tall Osaka Prefectural Government Sakishima Building, which towers over Sakishima in the Osaka Bay Area. Situated 252 meters above the ground, it is said to be the 4th highest observatory in Japan. The building was completed in 1995 (Heisei 7) as the Osaka World Trade Center Building, and Osaka Prefecture acquired it in 2010 (Heisei 22).

Views in All Directions: With its 360-degree, all-glass circulating layout, you can view the Osaka cityscape, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Awaji Island, Kansai International Airport, and the city of Kobe along Osaka Bay
The Journey Ascending with Views: You ascend from the 1st floor to the 52nd floor in a see-through elevator, and from there head to the observation floor via a 42-meter-long escalator
Sunset and Night Views: Box seats are available on the west side of the observatory where you can watch the sunset. It is also known for the beauty of its evening and night views

History and Highlights

Sakishima Cosmo Tower Observatory is an observation deck located on the top floor (55th floor) of the Osaka Prefectural Government Sakishima Building, which towers over Sakishima in the Osaka Bay Area. The skyscraper stands 256 meters tall with 3 basement floors and 55 floors above ground, serving as a landmark of the Osaka Bay Area.

The building was completed in 1995 as the Osaka World Trade Center Building, part of the "Technoport Osaka" project. Osaka Prefecture acquired it in June 2010, and it has since been used as the Osaka Prefectural Government Sakishima Building.

Situated at an altitude of 252 meters above ground, the observatory is said to be the 4th highest in Japan, following the Tokyo Skytree's second observatory, the 60th-floor observatory of Abeno Harukas, and the observatory of the Yokohama Landmark Tower. With its 360-degree, all-glass circulating layout, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Osaka cityscape.

Viewing and Experience Points

Views in All Directions: From the east side, you can view the Osaka urban area; from the west side, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Awaji Island; from the south side, Kansai International Airport; and from the north side, the city of Kobe along Osaka Bay.
The Journey Ascending with Views: You ascend from the 1st floor to the 52nd floor in a see-through elevator while enjoying the view. From there, you head to the observation floor via a 42-meter-long escalator.
Sunset and Night Views: Box seats are available on the west side of the observatory where you can watch the sunset. It is also known for the beauty of its evening and night vistas, making it popular as a date spot.

Travel Tips

It is about a 3-minute walk from Trade Center-mae Station on the Osaka Metro Nanko Port Town Line. There is a cafe on the 55th floor, but outside food and drinks cannot be brought into the observatory. Between the 52nd and 55th floors, access is available only by escalator, and visitors using wheelchairs can ascend only up to the 52nd floor. If you visit in a wheelchair, make a reservation in advance using the official inquiry form.