Wi-Fi and Travel Information in Osaka, Japan: Your Ultimate Guide

Before you go sightseeing in Osaka, you should first become familiar with the Wi-Fi situation. In Osaka, free Wi-Fi is available in places such as cafes and airports. In this article, we will explain the free Wi-Fi situation in Osaka and our recommended Wi-Fi rental service, "WiFiBOX". If you want to enjoy sightseeing stress-free, you must not miss this.

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Free public Wi-Fi available in Osaka

Osaka offers "Osaka Free Wi-Fi" as a free public Wi-Fi service. This system provides free Internet service at approximately 3,900 locations in Osaka Prefecture, including stations, facilities, and stores.

Let's take a look at what kind of Wi-Fi service Osaka Free Wi-Fi is, and how to connect to it.

About Osaka Free Wi-Fi

The SSIDs for Osaka Free Wi-Fi are "Osaka Free Wi-Fi" and "Osaka Free Wi-Fi Lite". The formeris mainly available at stations and facilities, while the latter is mainly available at stores. SSID stands for "Service Set IDentifier." It refers to the network name assigned to identify Wi-Fi communications.

In order to use Osaka Free Wi-Fi, you need to register your e-mail address or social media account. Osaka Free Wi-Fi resets the connection every hour, and Osaka Free Wi-Fi Lite resets it every 30 minutes.Osaka Free Wi-Fi can be used unlimited times, and Osaka Free Wi-Fi Lite can be used eight times a day for a total of 4 hours.

How to log in to Osaka Free Wi-Fi

There are two ways to register for Osaka Free Wi-Fi: via email address or social media account. For either method, start by catching Wi-Fi. Below is a description of each login method.

How to log in with your e-mail address

1. Go to a Wi-Fi spot
2. Tap "Settings" on your devices
3. Tap "Wi-Fi" and turn it on
4. Select the SSID "Osaka_Free_Wi-Fi" or "Osaka_Free_Wi-Fi_Lite" from the network list
5. An authentication screen will automatically launch.
6. Tap " Click here for the Internet".
7. Tap "Register with an email address"
8. Enter your email address and tap "Temporary Registration".
9. Confirm the email address displayed and tap "Submit"
10. An instruction to complete the registration will be sent to the registered e-mail address.
11. Tap the URL sent to your e-mail address
12. You can now connect to the Internet.

Reference:Osaka Free Wi-Fi

How to log in with your social media account

1. Follow the same steps as above from 1. to 6.
2. Select your social media account
3. Enter your account information on the selected social media screen.

Other Free Wi-Fi Available in Osaka

Besides public Wi-Fi, free Wi-Fi is available in many places in Osaka, such as cafes, convenience stores, and airports. With easy access to the Internet, you will be able to enjoy your trip to Osaka without stressing over Wi-Fi. By connecting to the Internet, you can instantly check out maps, transportation information, restaurant reviews, and other helpful information for sightseeing.

Here are the locations you can find free Wi-Fi.

Cafes

Many chain cafes in Osaka have their own free Wi-Fi access. The main cafes with free Wi-Fi in Osaka are as follows.

• Starbucks Coffee
• Tully's Coffee
• Doutor Coffee
• Komeda Coffee
• Holly's Cafe
• Coffee-kan
• Cafe de CRIE
• PRONTO
• Seattle's Best Coffee
• Excelsior
• Blue Bottle Coffee

Many cafes can be used without registration and only by agreeing to the terms of use, that you can access them for 30 to 180 minutes each time. Even if you reach the time limit, often you can still use the service by reconnecting. You can use the service with practically no restrictions.

Please note that the availability of free Wi-Fi may vary from store to store, so you need to check it beforehand.

Hotels

Many hotels in Osaka offer free Wi-Fi to their guests. However, some hotels charge for Wi-Fi access, so be sure to check if free Wi-Fi is available when making a reservation.

The most common ways to connect to the hotel's free Wi-Fi are as follows.

1. Turn on "Settings" → "Wi-Fi" and select the access point of the hotel that appears.
2. When the login screen appears, enter the ID and password provided by the hotel.

Airports

Kansai International Airport and Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) offer free Wi-Fi service. Free Wi-Fi is available in

• All areas of the Terminal 1 building (excluding some international arrival lines)
• Terminal 1 bus stop
• The trainstation
• Inside the Aeroplaza building
• Inside the Terminal 2 building
• Inside the Observation Hall at Kansai Airport
• Inside the terminal building at Itami Airport.

Both SSIDs are "_FreeWiFi-KansaiAirports" or "_FreeWiFi-KansaiAirports_2.4G" and are available to anyone.

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As mentioned above, free Wi-Fi is available in Osaka. However, depending on the location and time of day, the connection speed may be slow and you may not be able to use the Internet comfortably. Also, some hotels you will stay at may not offer free Wi-Fi.

For those who want to use the Internet smoothly while sightseeing in Osaka or are concerned about using free Wi-Fi, why not rent a Wi-Fi router?

We highly recommend WiFiBOX, a Wi-Fi rental service where all steps, from reservation to return of the device, can be completed without any human contact.

Here is how you can rent WiFiBOX.

How to Use and Set Up the Wi-Fi

Reservations for WiFiBOX are done on the website and can be completed as quick as 2 minutes.

First, choose your travel destination, then select the usage period, , then select your internet plan.

Add the items to your cart and tap "Checkout." The login screen will appear, and you will be asked to register as a new member. If you have an account, please log in.
After that, complete the payment to complete your reservation. You may choose payment methods using a credit card or debit card.

Where to Pick Up and Return the Wi-Fi Router

While conventional Wi-Fi routers are handed over at airport counters from the staff or by courier, all you have to do with WiFiBOX is to pull out the router from the designated "box." There is no face-to-face interaction involved at all.

You can pick up your router at a dedicated WiFiBOX rental machine, currently located at Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Kansai Airport, Chubu International Airport, Fukuoka Airport, Tokyo Station, and Shinjuku Station.
More WiFiBOX will be added, mainly at airports throughout Japan.

When picking up the router at the WiFiBOX machine, simply scan the QR code with your phone, tap the "pick up" button, and pull the Wi-Fi router out from the slot.
Upon leaving Japan, return the router by simply inserting it into a slot in a nearby rental machine.

The advantage of this service is that you only rent the Wi-Fi router itself, with no accessories, so your bag will not be bulky during your trip. Mostsmartphonesare compatible with this service as long as they are not very old models.

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What Kind of City is Osaka?

Osaka Prefecture, located in the Kinki region, is the central city of western Japan with a population of over 8 million. The prefectural capital is Osaka City, where commercial facilities and office buildings are located in the city center. Not only does it function as a large metropolitan area, but it is also surrounded by a rich environment such as Osaka Bay and mountains.

From the 17th century onwards, it was known as the "The Nonpareil Kitchen" and flourished as the center of trade for all of Japan.

The city, which is often referred to as an "Eat-til'-you-drop" town, is also famous for its food culture, as well as for its agriculture, fishing, and traditional crafts. There are many other travelspots as well, such as Japanese comedy culture and craftsmanship.

In 2025, an international exhibitionis scheduled to be held in Yumeshima, an artificial island in the Osaka Bay area.

Places to Visit in Osaka

Osaka is an attractive travelspot where you can enjoy sightseeing, food, shopping, and other activities to the fullest. Osaka offers endless spots, from historical spots such as the Osaka Castle Museum, to large-scale facilities such as the Umeda Sky Building,Abeno Harukas, Universal Studios Japan, and also gourmet eateries such as takoyaki and kushikatsu.

Among the many tourist attractions in Osaka, we recommend the following four spots as the best places to visit.

• Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
• Umeda Sky Building
• Nanba
• Osaka Castle Museum

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

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Kaiyukan, located in Minato-ku in Osaka City, is a spectacular aquarium where visitors can enjoy observing animals and plants from all over the world: from the Pacific Ocean to the North and South Poles. The whale shark exhibition is especially famous, and visitors can observe two powerful whale sharks swimming peacefully up close. There are also other features that allow visitors to enjoy the fascinating creatures, such as the Aqua Gate, which allows visitors to feel as if they are walking in the sea, and the Jellyfish Galaxy, where visitors can view the mysterious jellyfish.

From 5 PM., the lighting and music in the museum change to " Night Kaiyukan," allowing visitors to enjoy the creatures in a relaxing space. Illumination can be enjoyed until early March, making it a great dating spot.

Reference：Kaiyukan

Umeda Sky Building

Umeda Sky Building, located in Kita-ku, Osaka City, is a sightseeingattraction with easy access, which is a 7-minute walk from JR Osaka Station and a 9-minute walk from Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station. It is known as a landmark of Umeda and has been selected as one of the " Top 20 Greatest World Architectures" in the United Kingdom.

On the B1 floor to 1st floor, there is "Showa Retro Shopping Street Takimi Koji" where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks while experiencing a nostalgic sense of Japan, as if you have stepped back in time. On the rooftop, there is a hanging garden observatory where you can enjoy an excellent view of not only the city of Osaka but also Mount Rokko and Awaji Island. It is a recommended spot where you can enjoy both food and sightseeing in one place.

Reference：Umeda Sky Building

Nanba

Namba, located in the Chuo and Naniwa wards of Osaka City, is the largest downtown area in Osaka and is a recommended tourist spot for shopping, sightseeing, and dining.　There are many places to visit, including Dohtonbori with its well-known Glico sign, Shinsaibashi for shopping, Tsutenkaku, the symbol of Osaka, and Shinsekai, where many restaurants are located.

You can also enjoy comedy at the Namba Grand Kagetsu, Yoshimoto's exclusive theater, or just walk along Hozenji Yokocho with its charming stone-paved alley. There are many other great ways to enjoy the area.When you are not sure about where to go sightseeing in Osaka, visit Namba.

Osaka Castle Museum

Osaka Castle, located in Chuo-ku, Osaka City, has a long history. It was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and rebuilt by the Tokugawa Shogunate after it was burned down during the Osaka Summer Battle.The Castle Museum was destroyed by lightning during the Edo period (1603-1867), but was rebuilt with reinforced concrete in the year of 1931.

What is particularly attractive is the Castle Museum, which has become a symbol of Osaka.　During a major renovation in the Heisei era, decorative metal fittings and gold leaf were re-stamped, restoring the golden glow and vividness of the white plaster.At night, the Castle Museum will be illuminated, and visitors can enjoy the fantastic view of the Castle Museum. Inside the Castle Museum, historical materials and works of art are displayed. Inside the Castle Museum, valuable historical materials and works of art are on display, allowing visitors to learn about the life of Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the history of Osaka Castle.

Reference：Osaka Castle Museum

Internet and Wi-Fi Situation in Osaka

In Osaka, you will have no trouble finding Internet access because you can use public free Wi-Fi provided by Osaka Prefecture, as well as free Wi-Fi at cafes, hotels, and airports.
However, depending on the time and location, you may not be able to connect to the Internet smoothly. A convenient and stable Internet connection is essential for enjoying sightseeing in Osaka.
If you wish to use the Internet without worries during your stay, try using WiFiBOX, a Wi-Fi rental service.

With low rental fees, you only need to follow a few simple steps from reservation to return. Same-day applications are also available, and you can pick up your router at Kansai Airport. If you plan to visit Osaka, you will definitely need this service.