If you’re planning to spend December 31 out and about in Osaka, particularly at one of the city’s top New Year’s Eve countdown parties, you’ll be glad to know that public transport remains available after midnight.
While Osaka Metro will not operate all-night trains, JR West is keeping things moving with extra services until 3am on New Year’s Day, January 1.
As one of the city’s main train routes, the Osaka Loop Line will continue running until 3 am, with trains every 10 minutes. The Loop Line connects key districts including Osaka Station, Temma, Kyobashi, Tennoji and Fukushima. This should be useful for heading home or back to your hotel after the celebrations.
The Yumesaki Line will also operate until 3am, with a similar 10-minute frequency. This short four-station route passes through Universal City Station between Sakurajima and Nishikujo. Some trains even continue through to the Osaka Loop Line. So check this out if you’re attending the No Limit countdown at Universal Studios Japan.
For more information check the JR West travel portal.
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