新大阪 · Osaka
新大阪 · Osaka
The Shinkansen gateway to Osaka.
Since 27 Jan 2025, Osaka bans street smoking across the ENTIRE city (all 24 wards) — cigarettes and heated tobacco — with a ¥1,000 fine. Use designated smoking areas only.
Often not. Central areas frequently ban smoking while walking on public streets. Only use clearly marked designated areas.
Check the map above for designated smoking areas around Shin-Osaka. Spots marked “officially confirmed” are the most reliable.
Outdoor designated areas are usually free. Indoor lounges in cafés or malls may require a purchase or be customers-only.
Open the spot and tap “Closed / not found”. Your report lowers its reliability score and warns other users.
Rules vary by ward. Only use clearly marked smoking areas. If a spot appears closed or removed, please report it.