Published date: June 4, 2025
Is This the Best Way to Experience the Expo? Great Shinkansen Access!
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
To participate in the Osaka Kansai Expo for two days, I prioritized access and stayed for one night. The accommodation was about a 7-minute walk from Shin-Osaka Station. After dropping off my heavy luggage, I took the subway to the Expo venue. This time, I transferred at Hommachi and arrived at the nearest station to the venue in about 40 minutes. The train travel was smooth, allowing me to move without any stress.
The room was compact, but since I spent the day enjoying the Expo, it was sufficient just for sleeping. I was able to fully relax and recover from my fatigue. Although the lobby coffee was paid, there was a convenience store nearby, so I didn’t feel particularly inconvenienced. Instead, I appreciated the ease of freely choosing my favorite drinks and snacks.
Within the limited time, I was able to have a balanced stay in terms of access, comfort, and location. It turned out to be a trip where I could fully enjoy it even with just one night.
Experiences during the trip
The purpose of this trip was to thoroughly enjoy the Osaka Expo. Although I stayed on a room-only plan, there were plenty of restaurants around the accommodation, so I had no trouble with meals and could spend my time at my own pace.
I stayed for about 1.5 days, combining a 'weekday night ticket' and a '1-day ticket' for the Expo. Upon visiting, I found it much larger than expected, with plenty to see and experience! I entered in the evening on the first day, and the crowd was just right; I managed to see more pavilions than anticipated, and I was greatly satisfied with the dreamlike drone show enjoyed in the illuminated night atmosphere. I was moved by the beauty of the venue lit up, which was completely different from during the day.
Thanks to the accommodation being close to the venue, I was able to enjoy myself late into the night. Embracing the afterglow, I went to a nearby bar for a late-night snack. In a casual atmosphere, I had a light drink, shared some snacks and pasta, and was able to wrap up the first day of my trip slowly. Plus, it was reasonably priced with great cost performance.
The next morning, after thoroughly enjoying a breakfast set at a nearby "Matsuya," I headed back to the Expo. Since I could drop off my luggage at the hotel, I was able to move around lightly and comfortably. Getting back was smooth too, I picked up my luggage and went directly to the station without hassle.
Even though I stayed on a room-only basis, the balance of food, fun, and comfort made for a fulfilling stay. It was a two-day trip that made me want to experience the same style again next time.