Kids Plaza Osaka

Do you need to entertain your hyperactive kids? With its extraordinarily creative exhibits, zany architecture, and parent-friendly facilities, Kids Plaza Osaka in the Kita district is the perfect rainy day destination for families with young children.

[Kids Plaza Osaka - image © Florentyna Leow]

Travelling with children can be challenging and taxing at times, and not all museums or institutions have facilities geared towards parents with young children. Kids Plaza Osaka is a gem of a museum for kids and adults alike - the exhibits and activities strike that perfect balance of fun and learning in a safe space.

[Kids Plaza Osaka - image © Florentyna Leow]

There’s no shortage of interesting activities at this museum - kids could spend a whole day here. The science section has puzzles to solve, while the cultural section has kid-sized instruments and models to fiddle around with. A TV studio allows kids to try their hand at playing with cameras or presenting in front of one. The highlight, though, is probably the Kids Town Playground on the 4th floor - a brightly-coloured, wacky, mind-bending collection of walls, slides, and bridges designed by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser.

[Kids Plaza Osaka - image © Florentyna Leow]

A real plus point here is how child-friendly their facilities are. The museum has nursing rooms, ample diaper-changing spaces, rest areas for kids and adults, and lockers to stash all your extra gear. The nursing room has a water heater and sink so you can heat up some milk. There are even baby strollers you can borrow free of charge - a lifesaver for parents!

A bonus if the weather is good: if the kids have had enough of indoor play at the plaza, there is a fantastic playground at Ogimachi Park just behind Kids Plaza Osaka. This delightfully spacious playground has a climbing wall, a sandpit, and a number of slides guaranteed to keep any kid entertained for a good chunk of time. Even adults will be tempted to get in on the fun.

English name:
Kids Plaza Osaka

Japanese name:
キッズプラザ大阪

English address:
2-1-7 Ogi-machi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, 530-0025

Japanese address:
〒530-0025 大阪市北区扇町2-1-7

Opening hours:
9:30am-5pm (last entry 4:15pm)
Closed 2nd and 3rd Monday, or the following Tuesday when the Monday is a national holiday

Admission:
High school students and adults: 1400
Junior high and elementary school students: 800
3 years old and over: 500

Nearest Transport:
Subway: In front of exit 2 of Ogimachi Station on the Osaka Metro Sakaisuji Line.
Train: 3-minute walk from Temma Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line.

Nearest Hotels:
Check availability and pricing for hotels near Kids Plaza Osaka on Booking.com or Agoda.com.

Telephone:
+81-6-6311-6601

Website: Official Website (English)

Near To Here:
Kids Plaza Osaka is located in Osaka’s Kita and Umeda district. See our complete list of things to do in the Kita and Umeda district, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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