Dam Park Ibakita is a park area around Aigawa Dam in northern Ibaraki City, Osaka. Its most talked-about attraction is the bridge bungee jump at GRAVITATE OSAKA, where visitors jump from GODA Bridge toward the dam lake below.
For first-time visitors, the most important point is this: the bungee jump is not a casual walk-up attraction. You should check the official rules, book in advance, confirm your eligibility, and plan your transport before going.
The official information currently describes the bridge bungee as a 50-meter bungee jump from GODA Bridge. This is different from some older or informal descriptions that mention 80 meters, so use the official 50-meter figure when planning.
What Is the Dam Park Ibakita Bungee Jump?
The bungee jump is operated inside GRAVITATE OSAKA, the activity area connected to Dam Park Ibakita. The jump takes place from GODA Bridge, a 420-meter pedestrian suspension bridge over the Aigawa Dam area.
This is a real outdoor adventure activity, not a theme-park ride. Staff check your condition, fit your harness, explain the jump, and manage the safety system before you step onto the platform.
The setting is the main reason people come here. From the bridge, you see the dam lake, the surrounding hills, and the open sky around northern Ibaraki. It is close enough to Osaka for a day trip, but the atmosphere feels very different from central Osaka.
Bungee Jump Price at Dam Park Ibakita
Standard Bungee Price
The bridge bungee price is currently listed as ¥16,000 per person. The official price includes the GODA Bridge walk ticket, so bungee participants do not need to buy a separate bridge walk ticket for the same activity visit.
Location: GRAVITATE OSAKA, inside the Dam Park Ibakita area
Activity: Bridge bungee from GODA Bridge
Height: 50 meters
Price: ¥16,000 per person
Included: GODA Bridge walk ticket
Reservation: Strongly recommended; online booking is the standard method
Best for: Visitors who want a serious outdoor thrill near Osaka
The price can change, so check the official activity page before booking.
Helpful links:
Official site: GRAVITATE OSAKA
Bungee details: GRAVITATE OSAKA Bridge Bungee
Prices: GRAVITATE OSAKA Prices
Google Maps: GRAVITATE OSAKA on Google Maps
Extra Options and Repeat Jumps
The official price page lists optional video data, a hand-held action camera option, same-day second jumps, combo plans, and repeat-visitor discounts. For the bridge bungee, the listed options include video for ¥2,000, a hand-held action camera option for ¥3,500, a same-day second jump for ¥7,000, and a repeat discount of ¥3,500.
These options may change, and availability can depend on the day. If you want video or an action camera option, decide before the day if possible.
Common mistake: Assuming your phone or GoPro can always be used freely. Camera rules are controlled by staff for safety.
Local tip: If this is your first bungee jump, the official video option is usually simpler than trying to manage your own camera.
Do You Need a Ticket for GODA Bridge?
Bridge Walk Price
Visitors who only want to walk across GODA Bridge can buy a bridge walk ticket. The official GRAVITATE OSAKA site lists bridge walk prices as ¥1,650 for adults, ¥1,100 for elementary school children, and free for preschool children. The bridge walk is open to all ages, and wheelchair crossing is possible.
If you are joining the bungee jump, the bridge walk ticket is included in the activity price. If your friends or family only want to watch or walk on the bridge, they may need their own bridge ticket.
Location: GODA Bridge, GRAVITATE OSAKA
Bridge length: 420 meters
Adult bridge walk ticket: ¥1,650
Elementary school child ticket: ¥1,100
Preschool children: Free
Wheelchair access: Possible for bridge crossing
Common mistake: Buying a separate bridge ticket even though your activity already includes it
Helpful links:
Official site: GRAVITATE OSAKA
Google Maps: GODA Bridge on Google Maps
How to Book the Bungee Jump
Online Reservation Is the Main Method
GRAVITATE OSAKA’s FAQ states that reservations are currently handled online. Same-day participation may be possible, but the facility recommends reservations because busy days can involve waiting or no availability.
To book, use the official booking page, choose the bridge bungee, select your date and time, and complete the required information. Online reservations generally use credit card payment. For on-site additional purchases, the FAQ says credit cards and various electronic money options are accepted.
How to book:
- Open the official booking page.
- Choose Bridge Bungee.
- Select your date and time.
- Enter your participant information.
- Complete payment or reservation steps.
- Save the confirmation email.
- Arrive early on the day.
Common mistake: Arriving without checking the confirmation email. It may include important details about arrival time, rules, and what to bring.
Can You Join Without a Reservation?
Same-day participation may be possible if there is availability, but you should not rely on it. The official FAQ says walk-up participation is possible, but busy periods may involve waiting or make participation impossible.
For visitors coming from central Osaka, a failed walk-up attempt can waste most of the day. Book online if the bungee jump is your main reason for visiting.
Recommended action: Book in advance, especially for weekends, holidays, spring, autumn, and school vacation periods.
Cancellation Rules
For individual bookings, the official cancellation policy lists 0% cancellation charge more than 48 hours before, 50% from 48 to 24 hours before, and 100% within 24 hours. No-shows are charged 100% and do not receive a coupon.
GRAVITATE OSAKA also states that activities generally operate in normal rain and wind. If the operator decides the activity cannot run, they will contact the reservation holder and refund the activity fee. If the visitor cancels based on their own weather judgment, the normal cancellation policy applies.
Common mistake: Canceling because it is raining without checking the official decision. Rain alone does not always stop the activity.
Local tip: If weather looks bad, contact the operator instead of deciding on your own.
Who Can Do the Bungee Jump?
Age, Height, and Weight Requirements
The official participation requirements list the basic conditions as age 13 or older, height 140 cm or taller, and weight 38 kg or more. Participants must not have been told by a doctor not to participate, must not have consumed alcohol on the day, and must not be pregnant.
The site also says people with asthma, heart disease, bone conditions, past surgery, hangover, dislocation history, epilepsy, high blood pressure, diabetes, prosthetics, vision concerns, or other worries should contact the operator in advance. If you do not check the participation rules and are judged unable to join on the day, cancellation fees may apply.
Basic conditions:
- Age: 13 or older
- Height: 140 cm or taller
- Weight: 38 kg or more
- No alcohol on the day
- Not pregnant
- No medical restriction from a doctor
- Contact the operator in advance if you have relevant health concerns
Common mistake: Assuming motivation is enough. Safety rules decide whether you can jump.
Rules for Minors
The official GRAVITATE OSAKA page states that participants under 18 need a signed parental consent form.
If a teenager is visiting without a parent, prepare the required document in advance. Do not expect staff to allow participation without the correct consent form.
Recommended action: Check the latest consent form rule before booking for anyone under 18.
What Happens on the Day?
Arrival and Reception
Plan to arrive early. GRAVITATE OSAKA lists facility hours as 9:00–18:00, ticket sales ending at 17:00, entrance reception from 9:00–17:30, and activity reception from 9:30–16:30, although hours may vary by season.
The FAQ also gives seasonal activity hours: generally 10:00–17:00 from late April to late September, and 10:00–16:00 from early October to early April, with final reception earlier. It also says activity operating days can vary.
Recommended action: Check the date-specific schedule before you go. Do not rely only on general opening hours.
At reception, staff may check your booking, condition, and eligibility. Follow all instructions carefully. Outdoor adventure activities depend on exact safety procedures.
Harness and Safety Briefing
Before the jump, staff fit your harness and explain the jump procedure. Listen carefully, even if you have done bungee jumping before. Each site has its own platform, equipment, and timing.
You may feel nervous on the platform. That is normal. Tell staff if you feel unsteady or unsure. Do not adjust the harness by yourself after staff have fitted it.
Common mistake: Treating the briefing as a formality. It is part of the safety system.
The Jump
The jump is from GODA Bridge toward the dam lake area. The official description states that the bridge bungee is a 50-meter bungee jump installed on GODA Bridge.
After the jump, staff manage the recovery process. Do not try to remove equipment or move before staff tell you to do so.
If you buy video data, the official FAQ says video is available for purchase after participation and can be copied directly to a smartphone. The listed video price is ¥2,000.
Other Things to Do at Dam Park Ibakita
Dam Park Ibakita is not only for bungee jumping. The park area includes event spaces, a park center, food trucks or events depending on the day, walking areas, and access to the surrounding dam landscape. The official park site regularly posts event information, so check the event calendar if you want to spend more time there.
For a first visit, allow extra time for the park, the bridge walk, and transport. If you only arrive just before your activity time, you may feel rushed.
Helpful links:
Official site: Dam Park Ibakita
Instagram: Dam Park Ibakita Instagram
Google Maps: Dam Park Ibakita on Google Maps
How to Get to Dam Park Ibakita
By Train and Bus
Dam Park Ibakita is in northern Ibaraki City, not central Osaka. Public transport is possible, but you need to check the timetable before going.
The official access page lists JR Ibaraki Station and Hankyu Ibaraki-shi Station as key departure points. It also lists the Dam Park Ibakita-mae bus stop as about an 8-minute walk from the park, and Ibaraki Yamatedai 7-chome as about a 20-minute walk.
GRAVITATE OSAKA’s access information states that from April 1, 2026, weekday access uses a direct shuttle bus from JR Ibaraki Station, while weekends and holidays use Hankyu route buses from JR Ibaraki Station and Hankyu Ibaraki-shi Station. It lists weekday shuttle fare as ¥500 and weekend/holiday route bus fare as ¥470 for adults and ¥240 for children.
Main stations: JR Ibaraki Station, Hankyu Ibaraki-shi Station
Nearest bus stops: Dam Park Ibakita-mae, Ibaraki Yamatedai 7-chome
Walking time from bus stop: About 8 minutes or about 20 minutes, depending on the stop
IC card: Check the bus operator’s latest information before travel
Common mistake: Checking only the outbound bus. Always check your return bus before you arrive.
By Car
The official access page lists Dam Park Ibakita as about 15 minutes from the Meishin Expressway Ibaraki IC and about 5 minutes from the Shin-Meishin Expressway Ibaraki-Sendaiji IC.
Parking is available, but it is not free at the main park parking lot. The official access page lists 290 regular spaces in the park parking lot, plus temporary parking with 273 regular spaces. The park parking fee is ¥100 per 30 minutes, with a daytime maximum of ¥600 for regular cars; temporary parking is listed as free. Payment can be made by cash or credit card.
Car access:
Meishin Ibaraki IC: about 15 minutes
Shin-Meishin Ibaraki-Sendaiji IC: about 5 minutes
Main parking: ¥100 per 30 minutes, daytime maximum ¥600
Temporary parking: Listed as free
Entry time: 7:00–21:00
Payment: Cash or credit card
Common mistake: Arriving exactly at your activity time. Parking, walking, bridge entry, and reception all take time.
Local tip: Aim to park at least 30–45 minutes before your bungee reservation.
What to Wear for Bungee Jumping
Wear Secure Shoes
Wear sneakers or other shoes that stay firmly on your feet. Avoid sandals, heels, loose slip-ons, and shoes that may fall off.
The bridge and park area also involve walking, so comfortable shoes are useful even if you are not jumping.
Wear Simple, Comfortable Clothing
Choose clothes that allow movement and work well with a harness. Avoid skirts, long loose clothing, large accessories, and anything that may interfere with equipment.
A T-shirt, athletic top, long pants, or fitted outdoor clothing is a safer choice.
Common mistake: Dressing for photos rather than the activity. Safety and comfort should come first.
Glasses, Accessories, and Cameras
Remove loose accessories before the activity. If you wear glasses, ask staff what is allowed.
The FAQ says phones and cameras may be brought to the platform for bungee and swing in principle, but cases can vary, and visitors should check the detailed rules. The official price page also lists a hand-held action camera option for ¥3,500.
Recommended action: Ask before your visit if you want to use your own GoPro or action camera.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake 1: Using Old Height Information
Some descriptions may mention 80 meters, but the current official activity information describes the bridge bungee as 50 meters. Use official information when writing plans, comparing prices, or explaining the activity to other travelers.
Mistake 2: Forgetting the Participation Conditions
Age, height, weight, health condition, alcohol, and pregnancy rules matter. If you are judged unable to participate on the day because you did not check the rules, cancellation charges may apply.
Mistake 3: Depending on Same-Day Entry
Walk-up participation may be possible, but it is not reliable. Online booking is the safer choice, especially for weekends and holidays.
Mistake 4: Canceling Because of Rain Without Checking
The activity generally runs in normal rain and wind. If the operator cancels, they will contact you and refund the activity fee. If you cancel by your own decision, the cancellation policy applies.
Mistake 5: Not Checking the Return Bus
Public transport is possible, but the park is not in central Osaka. Check your return bus or taxi option before the activity.
Final Advice
Dam Park Ibakita’s bungee jump is one of the most unusual adventure activities near Osaka. It combines a 50-meter bridge bungee, a long suspension bridge, and the open landscape of Aigawa Dam.
For a smooth visit, book online, check the latest price, confirm the participation rules, arrive early, and plan your return transport. If you only want the view, the GODA Bridge walk is a lower-stress option. If you want the full experience, the bungee jump offers a serious outdoor thrill without traveling far from Osaka.
For first-time visitors, preparation makes the difference. Check the official rules before you go, wear practical clothing, and give yourself enough time to enjoy the park before or after the jump.
