Nakanoshima in Osaka is bursting with flowers and greenery

Osaka is known for its commercial areas with high rise buildings or tourist spots like Tsutenkaku and Abeno Harukas. The Nakanoshima area we will tell you about today used to be the center of Osaka’s economy. It is by the water, full of greenery, and home to many cultural properties. We will tell you about some walking spots in Nakanoshima. In spring, you can see roses blooming next to historical buildings.

Walk along the riverside at the biggest rose garden in Osaka, Nakanoshima Rose Garden

Nakanoshima is a small island in between two rivers, Dojima and Tosahori. Nakanoshima Park, located in the center of the island, is an oasis in a busy city. Nakanoshima Rose Garden, the largest rose garden in Osaka, is home to about 310 types of around 3,700 rose plants. Some roses are in bloom all year, but the best time is spring and fall. The roses that bloom in May are especially vibrant and stand out against the summer sky. On the path by the river (バラの小径), you can see a picturesque view of roses with the river. From the arched bridge (ばらぞの橋), you can see the colorful rose garden and the mighty Naniwabashi Bridge at the same time. There are so many great photo spots. Enjoy the colorful, beautiful roses and their sweet scents on your walk throughout the garden. It’s free to enter, so stop by whenever you feel like it.

Park hours	Always open
Address	Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Osaka Namba: From Osaka Metro Namba Station, get on the Midosuji Line and get off at Yodoyabashi Station
URL	https://www.osakapark.osgf.or.jp/nakanoshima/

You have to see the roses by this retro building: Osaka City Central Public Hall

Osaka City Central Public Hall is a grand building in the center of Nakanoshima. It was built in the neo-Renaissance style of the Taisho period (1912-1926), and it became a registered Important Cultural Property in 2002. It’s still in use today, and concerts and plays are held there. Certain rooms are open for public viewing. Its elegance and beauty hasn’t changed since it was built. Why not feel its charms firsthand? At night, it is lit up and very romantic. Enjoy the different faces of the building in the day and at night.

Hours	9:30AM – 9:30PM (Closed every 4th Tuesday of the month)
Address	1-1-27 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Osaka Namba: From Osaka Metro Namba Station, get on the Midosuji Line and get off at Yodoyabashi Station
URL	https://osaka-chuokokaido.jp/english/

Feel the history and enjoy some tea at this cafe inside an Important Cultural Property: Smørrebrød Kitchen Nakanoshima

Nakanoshima Library is also a registered Important Cultural Property. It was originally owned by a powerful family in Japan and is over 100 years old. Many people still utilize the library today. Smørrebrød Kitchen Nakanoshima is inside the library, but open to everyone. The cafe specializes in Smørrebrød, which is a traditional open-faced sandwich from northern Europe. But, the cafe also has parfaits and other sweets that use seasonal fruits. Every seat is by a window, so enjoy a view and a moment of peace.

Hours	(Monday – Thursday, Sunday) 9:00AM – 5:00PM (Friday, Saturday) 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Address	Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library 2nd floor 1-2-10 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Osaka Namba: From Osaka Metro Namba Station, get on the Midosuji Line and get off at Yodoyabashi Station
URL	https://www.smorrebrod-kitchen.com/