Osaka’s subway is mainly Osaka Metro. Download the official route map, pick tickets that match your days, and keep mobile data ready for transfers and QR tickets.

Updated: 2026-06-25. Fares and passes change—confirm on Osaka Metro / JR West / Osaka Amazing Pass sites.

First look at the map

  • Colour-coded lines; note your hotel station and tourist hubs (Umeda, Namba, Tennoji).
  • Airport flows often combine Nankai / JR with Metro transfers into the city.

Tickets

  • Single rides, ICOCA IC card, Metro 1-day passes, or Osaka Amazing Pass for attractions + transit bundles.

Apps & FAQ

Official Metro tools plus Google Maps / Japan Transit Planner cover fares and timing. Kids’ fares and ICOCA acceptance follow operator rules—check before first tap.