The Osaka City Tour Bus OSAKA SKY VISTA

OSAKA SKY VISTA is a double-decker open-top sightseeing bus that began operating in July 2014 and tours Osaka’s major attractions in about 60 minutes. Operated by Kintetsu Bus Co., Ltd., the bus is painted red in a London-inspired style and was previously used as the “Galaxy” overnight highway bus running between Osaka and Fukushima. The upper-deck seats are designed for outdoor use, and the roof can be closed on days of heavy rain, allowing passengers to ride with peace of mind. Onboard, passengers can enjoy commentary from a bus guide, as well as free Wi-Fi and a multilingual guide system in English, Chinese, and Korean, making it convenient for international travelers. There are two routes: the Osaka Umeda Course and the Osaka Namba Course. The Umeda route visits 10 locations including the Osaka Mint, Osaka Castle, the Osaka Museum of History, and the Central Public Hall; the Namba route visits 12 locations including Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku, and Abeno Harukas. In addition, a limited-time “Minato Route” touring the Osaka Bay Area (including Yumeshima and Kaiyukan Aquarium) operated from July 20 to August 23, 2020.