Temples, Towers, and Trendy Malls in One Vibrant Hub
🌟 What is Tennoji?
Tennoji is one of Osaka’s most historic yet fast-evolving districts. With landmarks like Shitennoji Temple (Japan’s oldest) and the retro vibes of Shinsekai, the area blends deep tradition with ultra-modern attractions like Abeno Harukas—the tallest skyscraper in Japan. Add in parks, a zoo, and major shopping complexes, and you’ve got one of the city’s most diverse spots.
🔭 Why Visit Tennoji?
🏯 Ancient Temples: Visit Shitennoji, a 1,400-year-old cultural icon
🌇 Sky-High Views: Abeno Harukas offers jaw-dropping panoramas
🦁 Urban Wildlife: Tennoji Zoo is fun for families and dates
🌳 Spacious Parks: Tennoji Park & Keitakuen Garden are relaxing getaways
🛍️ Big Shopping: Abeno Q’s Mall, Mio, and Kintetsu all nearby
🍢 Local Eats: Retro snack shops, izakaya, and kushikatsu joints
📸 Featured Spots
| Spot | Description |
|---|---|
| Abeno Harukas | 300m-tall tower with Harukas 300 observatory |
| Tennoji Zoo | Compact but charming zoo with over 1,000 animals |
| Shitennoji Temple | Founded in 593 AD, Japan’s oldest officially administered temple |
| Keitakuen Garden | Traditional Japanese garden behind the zoo |
| Tsutenkaku Tower (Shinsekai) | Retro landmark with city views and Billiken statue |
| Abeno Q’s Mall | Youthful shopping mall with entertainment & food court |
🎟️ Admission & Booking
| Attraction | Price | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Abeno Harukas 300 | ¥1,800 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tennoji Zoo | ¥500 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mon) |
| Shitennoji Temple | ¥300 (inner grounds) | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Keitakuen Garden | ¥150 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tsutenkaku Tower | ¥900 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
🚨 Visitor Tips
🎟️ Get a combo ticket for Abeno Harukas + Zoo for discounts
📷 Shitennoji is especially beautiful in cherry blossom season
🚉 Tennoji Station has multiple lines—know your platform!
🌤️ Best time to enjoy Tennoji Park: spring & autumn
🍢 Shinsekai at night is safe but has a retro nightlife vibe
🚉 Access
Main Station:
🚉 Tennoji Station (JR, Osaka Metro Midosuji & Tanimachi Lines)
🚇 Abeno Station (Osaka Metro)
🚉 Osaka Abenobashi Station (Kintetsu) – Connected to Abeno Harukas
From Major Locations:
🚄 Osaka Station / Umeda → JR Loop Line to Tennoji (15 min)
🚄 Shin-Osaka Station → Subway Midosuji Line to Tennoji (20 min)
🚄 Namba Station → Subway Midosuji Line to Tennoji (10 min)
✈️ Kansai Airport (KIX) → JR Kansai Airport Rapid to Tennoji (30–40 min)
🍴 Top 3 Local Eats Around Tennoji
🍢 Yaekatsu (Shinsekai)
Legendary kushikatsu with “no double-dip” sauce rule
🕒 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM | 📍 Shinsekai
🍜 Menya Wabito (Tennoji)
Local-favorite ramen with rich soy broth
🕒 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 📍 Near Tennoji Station
🍦 CREMIA Soft Serve (inside Q’s Mall)
High-end creamy ice cream with a langue de chat cone
🕒 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 📍 Abeno Q’s Mall
🏨 Nearby Recommended Hotels
🏨 Hotel Bali Tower Osaka Tennoji – Themed rooms with onsen & entertainment
🛏️ Via Inn Abeno Tennoji – Budget-friendly & walkable to the zoo
🏨 Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel – Luxury views from Abeno Harukas nearby
📍 Address & Contact
Tennoji Tourism & Info Center (inside Abeno Harukas Kintetsu)
📍 1-1-43 Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka 545-8545, Japan
📞 +81-6-6621-0300
🌐 https://osaka-info.jp/en/areas/tennoji-abeno/
✨ Whether you’re chasing sky-high views or strolling through centuries-old temples, Tennoji offers Osaka’s deepest contrast—peaceful, playful, and proudly local.