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Suita, Osaka / 太陽の塔

Tower of the Sun

Designed by the artist Taro Okamoto as the theme pavilion in the symbol zone of the 1970 Japan World Exposition. It has three faces: the golden "Face of the Golden Sun" at the top symbolizing the future, the "Face of the Sun" on the front for the present, and the "Black Sun" on the back for the past. Its hollow interior, once part of an exhibition on the evolution of life, was closed for nearly 50 years after the Expo and can now be visited by advance reservation, climbing past the "Tree of Life".

Location

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Last official check

20 Oct 2026

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Next scheduled check

18 Jan 2027

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Admission
Paid (see the price below)
Closing days
Has closing days (see below)
Booking
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Entry
Conditions apply (see below)

Before you go

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Opening hours

Usually 10:00-17:00 (excluding evening extensions). A visit takes about 30 minutes; arrive at the reception 20 minutes before your slot.

Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site
Closed

May close for heavy rain, earthquakes or other disasters; check the Expo '70 Commemorative Park website on the day.

Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site
Admission

Tower admission 720 yen for adults and 310 yen for elementary and junior high school students, plus the park entry fee for the Natural Cultural Gardens and Japanese Garden (450 yen for adults, free for junior high school students and younger).

Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site
Payment

If you pay from abroad, the amount varies with the exchange rate. Bring ID (such as a passport) to confirm the booking holder.

Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site
Accessibility

The Tree of Life zone is climbed by stairs (145 steps) over six floors up to 30 m. Wheelchair users and children under 4 use the elevator (book it with your ticket). No more than two wheelchairs per 30-minute slot.

Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site
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Official site: https://taiyounotou-expo70.jp/

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Visiting respectfully

Check before you go: conditions for entry

If you do not meet these conditions, you may not be able to enter on the day.

  • Entry is by reservation only, by the day before (including infants and free visitors). The route is one-way with no toilets inside. Photos only on the 1st floor (no flash, selfie sticks or tripods). No food or drink. No coin lockers.Checked 20 Oct 2026 on the official site

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