Nagai Stadium, Osaka

Name: Nagai Stadium
Address: 1-1 Nagaikoen Higashisumiyoshiku, Osaka, 546-0034, Japan
Telephone: +81 6-6691-2500

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Nagai Stadium, a distinguished sports venue in Osaka, Japan, stands as a beacon for athletic events and cultural gatherings. Originally opened in 1964, this stadium has undergone several renovations, the most significant of which was in preparation for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Its current capacity of approximately 47,000 spectators allows it to host a wide array of events, ranging from football matches to track and field competitions.

The stadium is best known as the home ground for Cerezo Osaka, a professional football club that competes in the J1 League, Japan's top-tier football division. Its track and field facilities are also of international standard, having hosted events like the IAAF World Championships in Athletics in 2007.

Nagai Stadium is not just a place for professional sports; it is a hub for community engagement and recreation. The surrounding Nagai Park offers a serene environment for local residents and visitors to enjoy outdoor activities. The stadium complex includes a secondary sports arena, the Kincho Stadium, and a large swimming pool, making it a comprehensive sports complex.

Accessibility is a key feature of Nagai Stadium. It is well connected to the rest of Osaka by public transport, with the Nagai Station on the Osaka Municipal Subway's Midosuji Line being the closest transit point. This ensures that fans and athletes can easily reach the venue for major events.

The stadium is equipped with modern facilities, including large video screens and a high-quality sound system, enhancing the spectator experience. For those looking to host events, the stadium offers excellent amenities and has been a preferred choice for concerts and cultural festivals in addition to sports.

Local name: 長居陸上競技場 Opened: 1964 (60 years ago)Capacity: 47 thous.Coordinates: 34°36'51"N, 135°31'5"E

Address

1-1 Nagaikoen Higashisumiyoshiku南大阪 (東住吉区)Osaka 546-0034 Japan

Contact

+81 6-6691-2500

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Nagai Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Natural History, Yodoko Sakura Stadium, Nagai Park, Nagai Botanical Garden.

~1780 ftSE
Museum, Natural history museum, History museum
Museum of Natural History, Osaka
9 min walk • The Osaka Museum of Natural History, nestled in the vibrant city of Osaka, Japan, stands as an educational beacon for those interested in the natural world. This esteemed institution is dedicated to the exploration and preservation of the rich biodiversity of the...
~530 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Yodoko Sakura Stadium, Osaka
3 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, Yodoko Sakura Stadium emerges as a modern colosseum dedicated to the sports enthusiasts of the region. As a premier sports venue, it stands as a testament to Osaka's commitment to fostering athletic excellence and community...
~860 ftSE
Expansive scenic area for recreation
Nagai Park, Osaka
5 min walk • Nagai Park is a large sports complex located in Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka. Its facilities include three multipurpose sports stadia, including 50,000-seat Nagai Stadium, a baseball field, Nagai Botanical Garden, which boasts over 1,000 species of trees and flowers, a swimming pool and gymnasium, and a tract of preserved local forest.
~1410 ftSE
Garden, Park, Botanical garden
Nagai Botanical Garden, Osaka
7 min walk • The Nagai Botanical Garden is a botanical garden in the southeast corner of Nagai Park, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka, Japan. An admission fee is charged.
1.4 miNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Abeno Shrine, Osaka
37 min walk • Abeno Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Abeno-ku, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Its main festival is held annually on January 24. It was founded in 1882, and enshrines the kami of Kitabatake Chikafusa and Kitabatake Akiie. It is one of the Fifteen Shrines of the Kenmu Restoration.
1.2 miSW
City hall
Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka
31 min walk • Sumiyoshi-ku is one of 24 wards of Osaka, Japan. It is located on the southern part of the Uemachi Plateau, in the southernmost part of Osaka City, and is separated from Sakai City's Sakai-ku and Kita-ku by the Yamato River.
0.9 miN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Horaku-ji, Osaka
23 min walk • Hōraku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka, Japan. It was founded in 1178 by Taira no Shigemori.
~1060 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Osaka Nagai Second Stadium, Osaka
6 min walk • The Yanmar Field Nagai is an athletics stadium, also used as the support stadium for the Yanmar Stadium Nagai in Nagai Park, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka, Japan. The Aid Stadium, occasionally called The Second Nagai Stadium allows the bigger stadium to host world class athletic events. It seats 15,000 with overflow room on a grass hill.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nagai Stadium?

Nearby attractions include Yodoko Sakura Stadium, Osaka (3 min walk), Nagai Park, Osaka (5 min walk), Nagai Botanical Garden, Osaka (7 min walk), Museum of Natural History, Osaka (9 min walk).

How to get to Nagai Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nagai Stadium:

Train

Tsurugaoka (7 min walk)
Nagai (10 min walk)

Metro

Nagai • Lines: M (11 min walk)
Nishi-Tanabe • Lines: M (14 min walk)

Bus

府立総合医療センター • Lines: 65 (21 min walk)
住吉車庫前 • Lines: 65 (22 min walk)

Tram

Tezukayama 3-chome • Lines: 阪堺電車上町線 (28 min walk)
Himematsu • Lines: 阪堺電車上町線 (28 min walk)