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The Osaka Metro is the city's efficient subway system and the best way to get around! Here's what you need to know:

Basic Information

Network Overview

• 9 color-coded lines covering the city
• 130+ stations
• Connects to other rail systems (JR, private railways)
• Clean, safe, and punctual

Main Lines for Tourists

Midosuji Line (Red) - Most important

• Connects major areas: Shin-Osaka, Umeda, Namba, Tennoji
• Runs north-south through the city center

Other Key Lines

• Tanimachi Line (Purple)
• Yotsubashi Line (Blue)
• Chuo Line (Green)
• Sennichimae Line (Pink)

Fares & Payment

Ticket Options

• Single tickets: ¥180-¥480 depending on distance
• IC Cards: ICOCA (most common) or Suica/Pasmo work too
• Day passes: Osaka Metro 1-Day Pass (¥820 weekdays, ¥620 weekends/holidays)
• Osaka Amazing Pass: includes metro + attractions

Benefits of IC Cards

• Tap in/tap out - no need to calculate fares
• Works on buses and other trains too
• Can use at convenience stores and vending machines

Tips for Using Osaka Metro

Navigation

• Signs in English and Japanese
• Each line has a color and letter code
• Stations numbered (e.g., M16 for Midosuji Line, station 16)
• Google Maps works perfectly for route planning

Etiquette

• Queue in lines marked on platform
• Priority seats for elderly, pregnant, disabled
• Keep voices down, avoid phone calls
• Stand on right side of escalators (left is for walking)
• No eating or drinking while riding

Station Features

• Coin lockers at major stations
• Convenience stores and shops
• Clean restrooms
• WiFi at many stations

Important Stations

• Umeda/Osaka/Kitashinchi - Kita area (can be confusing with multiple connected stations)
• Namba/Shinsaibashi - Minami area, shopping and nightlife
• Tennoji - Southern hub
• Shin-Osaka - Shinkansen connection
• Osaka Port - For aquarium
• Universal City - Not on metro, but accessible via JR

Common Confusion Points

Umeda Area

• Multiple station names for same general area
• Osaka Metro Umeda, JR Osaka Station, Hankyu Umeda all connected but large
• Allow extra time for transfers

Metro vs JR

• Osaka Metro is subway system
• JR is separate railway company
• Different tickets unless using IC card

Hours

• Trains run approximately 5:00 AM - midnight
• Frequency: every 3-7 minutes during peak times