Osaka Metro Extends Chuo Line: New Yumesaki Station Opens on January 19, 2025
Osaka Metro has extended the Chuo Line northwest by 3.2 kilometers from Cosmosquare Station, with the new station "Yumeshima Station" opening on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
This extension provides the only railway access to the venue of the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, making it a vital transportation link for the event.
Route Overview
- Opening Date: January 19, 2025 (Sunday)
- Line Extension: 3.2 km (operational distance)
- Stations: Cosmosquare Station ↔ Yumeshima Station
- New Station: Yumeshima Station
Importance of the Extension
The newly extended section of the Chuo Line (Cosmosquare Station to Yumeshima Station) is expected to handle a large number of passengers during the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, serving as a critical transportation route to the Expo venue.
Moreover, the Yumeshima district is undergoing development for an integrated resort (IR) project, and the extended Chuo Line is expected to play a key role as an access route to this future attraction.
