Uroko House & Observation Gallery: Location & Nearest Station (28 km from Osaka Station)
Uroko House & Observation Gallery is a museum in Kitano-chō, Hyōgo Prefecture, about 28 km in a straight line from Osaka Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Osaka.

| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | うろこの家・うろこ美術館 |
| Location | Kitano-chō, Hyōgo Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Habuensanroku Station – about 0.3 km |
| From Osaka Station | about 28 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 61 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 163 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1905 |
| Designations | Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan |
| Coordinates | 34.70296, 135.19067 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://kobe-ijinkan.net/uroko/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Habuensanroku Station, about 0.3 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (うろこの家・うろこ美術館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Yamate 8-Bankan – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Italian House – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Kitano Tenman Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Kobe Kitano Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Ichinomiya Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.