Amongst the top museums and Places to visit in Osaka, the Osaka Science Museum, also known as the Ōsaka Shiritsu Kagakukan, is a great place for science buffs or those travelling with children. The museum resembles the bridge of a large ship and is located near the waterside, which gives it a very authentic appeal.
The museum was established in the late 1980s, and is home to many practical and interactive science-related exhibits. You can find everything here, from astronomy to energy and even the first planetarium of Japan.
Location: 4 Chome-2-1 Nakanoshima, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0005
Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Entry Fee: ¥ 300 onwards