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Tennoji Police Box

📍 Tennoji Police Box, Osaka, Japan
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Introduction

The Tennōji Station Police Box, nicknamed the 'Elephant Box' (zō-san kōban), is a police box in Tennōji, Osaka, designed like an elephant — an adorable local landmark. The elephant-themed building doubles as a tourist-information point and is beloved by locals and visitors.

Highlights

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Elephant design
A police box shaped like an adorable elephant.
2
Station landmark
A popular photo stop in front of Tennōji Station.
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Info point
Doubles as a tourist information and rest spot.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationIn front of Tennōji Station, Osaka, Japan
Time neededAbout 15 minutes
AdmissionFree

💡 Tips

Photograph without disturbing the officers.
On the route to Tennōji Zoo and Tsūtenkaku.
It looks cutest lit up at night.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Tennoji Police Box?

Photograph without disturbing the officers. On the route to Tennōji Zoo and Tsūtenkaku.