Church of the Light, Hirakata

Name: Church of the Light
Address: Hirakata, Japan

#3 among attractions in Hirakata

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The Church of the Light is the main chapel of the Ibaraki Kasugaoka Church, a member church of the United Church of Christ in Japan. It was built in 1989, in the city of Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. This building is one of the most famous designs of Japanese architect Tadao Ando. ()

Local name: 茨木春日丘教会 Architectural style: MinimalismCoordinates: 34°49'7"N, 135°32'13"E

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Church of the Light – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Expoland, Tower of the Sun, Expo '70 Commemorative Stadium, Expo Commemoration Park.

0.9 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Theme park
Expoland, Osaka
24 min walk • Expoland was a former amusement park that once attracted crowds of guests in search of fun and adrenaline in the city of Osaka, Japan. The park, which opened its doors in 1970, was one of the most important tourist attractions in the region, offering a variety of...
0.7 miSW
Unique, massive sculpture from the 1970s
Tower of the Sun, Osaka
18 min walk • The Tower of the Sun is a distinctive and enigmatic piece of public art that stands as a testament to Japan's cultural heritage in the city of Osaka. Created by the acclaimed Japanese artist Taro Okamoto, this towering structure was the centerpiece of the Expo '70...
0.6 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Expo '70 Commemorative Stadium, Osaka
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Osaka, Japan, the Expo '70 Commemorative Stadium is a testament to the city's love for sports and its rich history in hosting international events. This multi-purpose stadium was originally constructed for the Japan World Exposition in 1970...
0.6 miSW
Park with the Tower of the Sun
Expo Commemoration Park, Osaka
17 min walk • Expo Commemoration Park, nestled in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, stands as a verdant tribute to the 1970 World Expo. Once a stage for a global showcase of innovation and culture, the park continues to draw visitors with its expansive green spaces, seasonal...
0.6 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
National Museum of Ethnology, Osaka
15 min walk • The National Museum of Ethnology is one of the major museums in Japan. It is Japan's largest research institute in the academic disciplines of humanities and social sciences, which was established in 1974 and opened to the public in 1977. It is built on the former grounds of Expo '70 in Suita, Osaka.
0.8 miS
Ferris wheel
Redhorse Osaka Wheel, Meiji no Mori Minō Quasi-National Park
22 min walk • Redhorse Osaka Wheel is a 123-metre tall, 118.3-metre diameter giant Ferris wheel at Expocity in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
1 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Daidarasaurus, Osaka
26 min walk • Daidarasaurus was a steel roller coaster located at Expoland in Suita, Osaka, Japan. According to some sources, Daidarasaurus was the second longest roller coaster in the world, behind Steel Dragon 2000.
0.9 miS
Zoo, Outdoor activities, Park
Nifrel, Osaka
23 min walk • NIFREL is a museum located in Senri Banpaku Park, Suita City, Osaka, Japan. It is a museum that combines an aquarium, a zoo, and an art museum. The aquarium is part of the EXPOCITY commercial complex redeveloped by Mitsui Fudosan Co.
1 miS
34°48'17"N • 135°32'2"E
orbi osaka, Osaka
25 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Suita City Football Stadium, Osaka
14 min walk • Panasonic Stadium Suita is a stadium located in the city of Suita, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. It has a capacity of 39,694. The official name is Suita City Football Stadium and is used for international matches such as the World Cup qualifiers.

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Which popular attractions are close to Church of the Light?

Nearby attractions include National Museum of Ethnology, Osaka (15 min walk), Expo Commemoration Park, Osaka (17 min walk), Expo '70 Commemorative Stadium, Osaka (17 min walk), Tower of the Sun, Osaka (18 min walk).

How to get to Church of the Light by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of the Light:

Bus

阪大東口 • Lines: 101, 103, 164, 171, 72 (11 min walk)
阪大医学部病院前 • Lines: 103, 109, 164, 171, 72 (12 min walk)

Train

Handaibyoin-Mae (11 min walk)
Koen-Higashiguchi (15 min walk)