Expo ’70 Commemorative Park / Tower of the Sun
Suita & Expo Park Nature Historic Sites Family with Kids Outdoor Photography Full Day
Overview
Expo ’70 Commemorative Park is a vast park developed on the former site of the 1970 Japan World Exposition, and it still lets visitors feel the energy and future-facing spirit of Showa-era Japan, centered on Taro Okamoto’s “Tower of the Sun.” The tower’s exterior is already powerful, but the interior tour (reservation required), especially the “Tree of Life,” is an especially memorable experience that presents the story of evolution through giant objects. The park itself is large, and when combined with the Japanese garden and nearby facilities, it can easily fill half a day or a full day, making it a good choice for travelers who want more than just city-center sightseeing.
What You Can Do
- Interior tour of the Tower of the Sun (reservation required)
- Walk through the Japanese garden
- Visit Expo-related facilities
- Combine with the National Museum of Ethnology
Best For
- Families
- Art and design lovers
- People interested in Expo history / Showa-era history
- People who want a slow day in a large park
Google Map
Access and Suggested Visit Time
- Nearest station: Bampaku-kinen-koen Station (about 15 min on foot)
- Suggested time: 3 hours to full day
Practical Info
Park Hours
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (entry until 4:30 PM)
Closed
- Every Wednesday (or the next weekday if Wednesday is a holiday) / New Year holidays
- Open daily from April 1 to May 2, and during October and November
Rainy-day suitability
Medium