Sky Kotatsu Osaka Ferris Wheel

Stay warm this winter by riding the Osaka Wheel and enjoy oden, sake, and spectacular views.

What happens?

Lucky for us, the Osaka Wheel brings back its unique seasonal experience: the Sky Kotatsu Ferris Wheel.

Ride gondolas equipped with kotatsu, a traditional Japanese heated table with a quilted blanket used to keep warm during the colder months. As you enjoy an 18-minute loop, you’ll also be served oden, a classic winter dish made of ingredients like radish, fishcakes, and boiled eggs simmered in a light broth.

Styled with retro Showa-era charm, the gondolas offer a cozy space to enjoy panoramic views of Osaka. Alongside the warm oden, you can sip on Kuromatsu Kenbishi, a sake brewed since 1505 by Kenbishi Sake Brewery. For those who prefer non-alcoholic options, soft drinks are also available.

Schedule

On weekdays, hours are from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with last admission at 7:40 p.m. On weekends, hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and last admission set at 8:30 p.m.

Tickets

Fare options:

• One lap (18 minutes) with oden: ¥1,600/person
• One lap with oden + hot sake: ¥2,100/person (includes a complimentary sake cup)
• Two laps (36 minutes) with oden: ¥2,300/person
• Two laps with oden + hot sake: ¥2,600/person

How to get there

From Osaka Station, take the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line to Senri-Chuo Station – this takes about 15 minutes. At Senri-Chuo, transfer to the Osaka Monorail and take the 5-minute ride to Bampaku-kinen-koen Station (Expo’70 Commemorative Park Station). It is then a short walk to the Osaka Wheel, which is located at EXPOCITY.