Entry to the inside of the Tower of the Sun requires an advance reservation, by the day before at the latest. The set ticket including park admission is ¥1,080 for adults and ¥310 for children. Opening hours are 10:00 to 17:00 and it is closed on Wednesdays.
Do I need a reservation for the Tower of the Sun?
Yes. Interior visits are by reservation only, and the reservation must be made by the day before at the latest. Payment is normally taken by credit card when you book. You cannot rely on simply turning up on the day.
This is the most common reason visitors are turned away. Book before you travel: official reservation site ↗
How much does it cost?
The set ticket, which covers the tower interior plus admission to the Natural and Cultural Gardens and the Japanese Garden, is ¥1,080 for adults. The interior-only ticket is ¥720 but normally requires park admission in addition, so the set ticket is usually the simpler choice.
| Ticket | Adult (high school and above) | Child (elementary / junior high) |
|---|---|---|
| Tower of the Sun + park admission (set) | ¥1,080 | ¥310 |
| Tower interior only | ¥720 | ¥310 |
| Group 20–199 | ¥580 | ¥260 |
| Group 200+ | ¥500 | ¥220 |
With the set ticket, park admission is included for children. Buying the interior-only ticket normally also requires separate park admission.
When is it open?
10:00 to 17:00, closed on Wednesdays. The official site publishes hours month by month, so check the current month before you travel, especially around festivals and public holidays when hours are sometimes extended.
| Opening hours | 10:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Booking | Advance reservation required, by the day before at the latest. Payment is normally by credit card at the time of booking. |
FAQ
Can I buy a ticket on the day at the tower?
Reservations are required by the day before. Same-day availability is not something to count on — book before you travel.
Is park admission included?
With the ¥1,080 set ticket, yes. The ¥720 interior-only ticket normally requires separate park admission.
What are the opening hours?
10:00 to 17:00, closed on Wednesdays. Hours are published monthly and can be extended for events.
How do I get there?
Bampaku-kinen-koen station on the Osaka Monorail, then across the Chuo bridge to the central gate. The tower entrance is on the far side of the tower, down a staircase.
Last verified: 2026-07-31 Prices, hours and booking rules on this page were taken from the official Tower of the Sun site. Park admission (450 yen, free for junior-high age and under), the park closing days and NIFREL admission were confirmed separately and are set out on the access page. Still not confirmed and therefore not stated: whether the Kansai Thru Pass or Osaka Amazing Pass cover the monorail. The Osaka Wheel is currently suspended and has no announced reopening date.