English | オアシス21

About Oasis 21 English

General view of Oasis21

  • Sectional view
    Sectional view
  • Spaceship-Aqua
    Spaceship-Aqua
  • Field of Green
    Field of Green
  • Bus Terminal
    Bus Terminal
  • Galaxy Platform
    Galaxy Platform

Oasis21 consists of rooftop Spaceship-Aqua, Field of Green on the ground level, Bus Terminal on the first floor, and Galaxy Platform and shops in the basement level. The symbol of Oasis21 is Spaceship-Aqua, a representative landmark of Japan, and Field of Green is a precious space for recreation in the heart of the city. Also, Oasis21 is Nagoya’s transportation hub, possessing a Bus Terminal where a large number of bus lines stop in addition to direct connections to Sakae Station on the subway and Sakaemachi Station on Nagoya Railroad. Getting to nearby facilities is simple both above ground and below via accessway, escalators, and elevators.

Spaceship-Aqua

Spaceship-Aqua

The Symbol of Oasis21

Water flows on the upper surface of the glass like a thin veil, projecting countless ripples of light below. A pathway runs along the outer rim, allowing visitors to take a midair stroll 14m above the ground. Visitors can also enjoy the magical atmosphere created by seasonal and special limited time lighting displays. It is one of Japan’s most photogenic spots.

A distinctive oval shape A distinctive oval shape
A midair walk 14m above the ground A midair walk 14m above the ground
A lighted pathway A lighted pathway
A popular photographic composition A popular photographic composition
Hours of operation 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Height 14m above ground, 22m from the basement level
Area 2,700m2 (106m x 36m oval)
Water surface area 1,700m2
Water depth 6-10cm
Water weight 150 tons
Pathway (one lap) 200m

Field of Green

Field of Green

Oasis21’s Recreation Area

A precious grassy field in the heart of the city, Oasis21’s recreation area is green in all seasons and features beautiful cherry and maple trees as well. All kinds of can people relax here as they please, be they families, office workers, or tourists. For those who want to take photogenic pictures at Oasis21, we recommend a composition looking up at Spaceship-Aqua from the southwest side of Field of Green.

Cherries and grassy field Cherries and grassy field
Benches where visitors can rest while gazing up at Spaceship-Aqua Benches where visitors can rest while gazing up at Spaceship-Aqua
The Memory Lane stretching from east to west The Memory Lane stretching from east to west
The Corridor of Light leading to Bus Terminal The Corridor of Light leading to Bus Terminal
Hours of operation 24 hours/day
Area 14,500m2
Field area 4,000m2
Main plants cherry trees, maple trees, and grass
Restrooms 2 mens, 2 womens, and 4 accessible
Misc On the east side of the park there is a deck leading to Aichi Arts Center and the NHK Nagoya Broadcasting Center.

Bus Terminal

Bus Terminal

Nagoya’s Transportation Hub

As Bus Terminal hosts both local and intercity buses along with direct connections between Oasis21 and the subway at Sakae Station and Nagoya Railroad at Sakaemachi Station, it is a convenient location for both intercity and intracity transportation. Not only Bus Terminal contain spacious rest areas fully equipped with heating and cooling, but also there are coin lockers,allowing visitor to spend their waiting time pleasantly.

Hours of operation 5:45 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Restrooms 2 mens, 2 womens, and 2 accessible
Coin locker fees
(6:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.)
¥300 (S), ¥500 (M), ¥600 (L)
Area 6,200m2
Bus services City Bus, Meitetsu Bus, JR Tokai Bus, Mie Kotsu
Contact information for bus service providers
City Bus and Subway Telephone Center 052-522-0111
(8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
https://www.kotsu.city.nagoya.jp/en/pc/
Meitetsu Bus Center 052-582-5151
(Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m./weekends and holidays (including end-of-year, New Year holidays) 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.))
http://www.meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english/
JR Tokai Bus, Nagoya Tourist Center 0570-048-939
(10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.)
http://www.jrtbinm.co.jp.e.aco.hp.transer.com/
Mie Kotsu Co., Ltd., Kuwana Branch Office 0594-22-0595
https://www.sanco.co.jp/

Galaxy Platform

Galaxy Platform
Galaxy Platform

A Multipurpose Space with a Wide Variety of Uses

Every weekend Galaxy Platform is filled with many visitors who come to enjoy the various events held there. Around the platform tables and chairs have been provided so that guests can relax. As there are direct connections to Sakae Station on the subway as well as Aichi Arts Center and Central Park, not to mention the fact that a large digital signage and a tourist information center “Oasis21 i Center” provide information about Nagoya’s attractions, the platform also makes a convenient starting point for a visit around the Sakae area.

The platform is especially busy at lunchtime The platform is especially busy at lunchtime
A tourist information center “Oasis21 i Center” A tourist information center “Oasis21 i Center”
Barrier-free restrooms (including support for ostomates) Barrier-free restrooms (including support for ostomates)
A large digital signage A large digital signage
Hours of operation 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Oasis21 i Center Hours of operation 10:00 a.m. - 20:00 p.m. (Product sales until 6:00 p.m.)
/Phone Number 052-963-5252
https://www.nagoya-info.jp/
Restrooms 3 mens, 3 womens, and 5 accessible (1 with support for ostomates)
Nursing room located in the disaster command center
Diaper changing stations located in accessible restrooms
Free Wi-Fi NAGOYA FREE Wi-Fi (can be used throughout Oasis21 i Center area)
Coin locker fees
(7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.)
¥300 (S)
Area 3,600m2(open air)