Romantic Night View of Osaka Plain from Shubodai
A trip to Osaka's unexplored area, Shubodai - a place where spectacular views and history intersect
Shubodai is an observation deck located on the slope of Gogayama in Ikeda City, Osaka, at an altitude of about 140 meters. It offers a panoramic view to the southwest, where you can see the Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge and Rokko Mountain.

Shubodai is a popular spot for its breathtaking view of the Osaka Plain, which is beautiful both during the day and at night. The Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge, especially when lit up, is a romantic sight that captivates visitors. From here, you can enjoy the view of the southwest, including the Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge and Rokko Mountain.
There is no parking lot next to Shubodai, so park your car at the "Gogadai" parking lot next to it and walk down the mountain path to reach Shubodai. It is a 30-minute walk from Hankyu Takarazuka Line Ikeda Station.
Business hours: Open year-round (entry by car is not possible after 22:00 due to the closure of the Gogayama Drive Way)
Closed: None
Parking: Available/3 cars free
Gogayama Drive Way (ordinary car) = 300 yen/
The area around Gogayama is also enjoyable for historical walks, such as the ruins of the residence of the local feudal lord Ikeda clan. If you get hungry, we recommend "Azuma," the oldest udon noodle shop in Osaka.
Address: Gogayama, Ayaha, Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture
From Hankyu Takarazuka Line Ikeda Station, take a 30-minute walk to Shubodai. There is no parking lot next to Shubodai, so park your car at the "Gogadai" parking lot next to it and walk down the mountain path to reach Shubodai.
Shubodai is an observation deck located on the slope of Gogayama in Ikeda City, Osaka, at an altitude of about 140 meters. It offers a panoramic view to the southwest, where you can see the Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge and Rokko Mountain.

Attractions
Shubodai is a popular spot for its breathtaking view of the Osaka Plain, which is beautiful both during the day and at night. The Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge, especially when lit up, is a romantic sight that captivates visitors. From here, you can enjoy the view of the southwest, including the Shin-Inagawa Ohashi Bridge and Rokko Mountain.
Access
There is no parking lot next to Shubodai, so park your car at the "Gogadai" parking lot next to it and walk down the mountain path to reach Shubodai. It is a 30-minute walk from Hankyu Takarazuka Line Ikeda Station.
Business hours: Open year-round (entry by car is not possible after 22:00 due to the closure of the Gogayama Drive Way)
Closed: None
Parking: Available/3 cars free
Gogayama Drive Way (ordinary car) = 300 yen/
Other Attractions
The area around Gogayama is also enjoyable for historical walks, such as the ruins of the residence of the local feudal lord Ikeda clan. If you get hungry, we recommend "Azuma," the oldest udon noodle shop in Osaka.
Address: Gogayama, Ayaha, Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture
Access Information
From Hankyu Takarazuka Line Ikeda Station, take a 30-minute walk to Shubodai. There is no parking lot next to Shubodai, so park your car at the "Gogadai" parking lot next to it and walk down the mountain path to reach Shubodai.