Senri Life Science Center Access & Visitor Guide

Your First Visit to Senri Life Science Center

Senri Life Science Center is a conference and seminar facility in the Senri-Chuo area of Toyonaka, Osaka. With the 420-seat Yamamura Yuichi Memorial Life Hall and the 264-seat Science Hall, it is used for academic meetings, symposiums, and seminars.

The venue is linked to Senri-Chuo Station by a pedestrian deck, so getting there is easy even in the rain. Shin-Osaka and Umeda are about 15 to 20 minutes away on the Midosuji Line, so staying in central Osaka and commuting is an option.

This guide covers practical information including how to get to Senri Life Science Center, where to stay, dining options nearby, and tips for your visit.

Getting to Senri Life Science Center

Senri-Chuo Station, the nearest station, is served by the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line (Kita-Osaka Kyuko) and the Osaka Monorail. From the airports, you can travel by Shinkansen or via Itami Airport.

From Narita Airport

Option 1: Skyliner / Narita Express + Shinkansen + subway

• Narita Airport → Tokyo Station (or via Nippori) → (Tokaido Shinkansen) → Shin-Osaka Station → (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, through service to Kita-Osaka Kyuko) → Senri-Chuo Station → approx. 2-min walk
• The ride from Shin-Osaka to Senri-Chuo takes about 15 minutes. Check a route planner for total travel time and fares.

Option 2: Flight + Osaka Monorail

• Narita Airport → Itami Airport → (Osaka Monorail, change at Hotaruike) → Senri-Chuo Station → walk
• Please check flight availability to Itami with the airlines in advance.

From Haneda Airport

Option 1: Flight + Osaka Monorail

• Haneda Airport → Itami Airport → (Osaka Monorail, change at Hotaruike) → Senri-Chuo Station → walk
• The ride from Itami Airport to Senri-Chuo takes about 13 minutes. The monorail fare is about ¥340.

Option 2: Keikyu + Shinkansen + subway

• Haneda Airport → (Keikyu) → Shinagawa Station → (Tokaido Shinkansen) → Shin-Osaka Station → (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, through service to Kita-Osaka Kyuko) → Senri-Chuo Station → approx. 2-min walk
• The ride from Shin-Osaka to Senri-Chuo takes about 15 minutes.

From the Nearest Station to the Venue

Venue Information

• Official name: Senri Life Science Center
• Address: 1-4-2 Shinsenri-Higashimachi, Toyonaka, Osaka
• Nearest station: Osaka Metro Midosuji Line (Kita-Osaka Kyuko) Senri-Chuo Station, approx. 2-min walk (direct pedestrian deck) / Osaka Monorail Senri-Chuo Station, approx. 5-min walk
• Official website: http://www.senrilc.co.jp/
• Please check the official website for current opening hours and contact details.

Recommended Hotels Near Senri Life Science Center

There are few hotels within 1 km of the venue. The hotels below can be reached by monorail or train. Staying near Shin-Osaka or Umeda and commuting on the Midosuji Line is another option.

Osaka Airport Hotel

Formerly the Osaka Air Terminal Hotel, it is located inside the Itami Airport terminal. Senri-Chuo Station is accessible by Osaka Monorail. It is more than 1 km from the venue.

Minami Senri Crystal Hotel

This hotel is directly connected to Minami-Senri Station on the Hankyu Senri Line. It is more than 1 km from the venue, so plan to travel by train.

Toyoko INN Osaka Itami Airport

A business hotel in the Itami Airport area, more than 1 km from the venue.

Hotel Ivory

A hotel in Honmachi, Toyonaka, more than 1 km from the venue.

Recommended Restaurants Near Senri Life Science Center

Many restaurants are gathered in Senchu Pal, the shopping complex in front of Senri-Chuo Station, which is handy before or after meetings.

Fine Japanese Dining

Kashiwaya Osaka Senriyama

A high-end Japanese restaurant in Senriyama-Nishi, Suita. It is about 3 km from the venue, so a taxi is recommended.

Set Meals and Japanese Food

Shinpachi Shokudo Senri-Chuo

A set-meal and Japanese restaurant right by Senri-Chuo Station, suited to a casual meal.

Italian

Italian Bar IL CONCERTO

An Italian bar on the 3rd floor of Senchu Pal, close to the station.

Korean

Korean Kitchen Subin (Senchu Pal)

A Korean restaurant on the 2nd floor of Senchu Pal.

Cafe

belle-ville pancake cafe - Senri-chuo

A pancake and coffee cafe on the 2nd floor of Senchu Pal.

Sake Bar

Osake no Bijutsukan Senri-Chuo

A sake-focused bar on the 1st floor of Senchu Pal, on the south ticket gate side.

Tips Before You Visit

A Direct Deck from the Midosuji Line

A pedestrian deck links Senri-Chuo Station (Midosuji Line) to the venue, about a 2-minute walk. You can make the trip without an umbrella on rainy days.

The Monorail Station Is a Little Farther

From Senri-Chuo Station on the Osaka Monorail, the venue is about a 5-minute walk, slightly farther than from the Midosuji Line side. Keep this in mind if you arrive from Itami Airport.

Redevelopment Is Under Discussion

Redevelopment of the Senri-Chuo area has been reported as under consideration. Nearby facilities and walking routes may change, so please check the latest information before your visit.

Staying Near Shin-Osaka or Umeda Is Practical

With few hotels near the venue, staying in Shin-Osaka or Umeda and commuting about 15 to 20 minutes on the Midosuji Line is practical. The Midosuji Line runs through to Kita-Osaka Kyuko, so no transfer is needed to reach Senri-Chuo.

Dining Is Concentrated in Senchu Pal

Restaurants cluster in Senchu Pal, directly connected to the station. It works well for meals and a light after-party around your meetings.

Check Your Route from the Airport in Advance

Via Itami Airport you need to change at Hotaruike on the monorail. Via Shinkansen you change at Shin-Osaka. If you have heavy luggage, check your route in advance.

Event Spaces at Senri Life Science Center

The venue has two halls of different sizes, a multipurpose space, and several meeting rooms. Please check the official website for current specifications and conditions of use.

Yamamura Yuichi Memorial Life Hall

Science Hall

Senri Room

A multipurpose space. Please check the official website for capacity details.

Meeting Rooms