JAF Open Day at Hirano Base 2026｜10/17(Sat) Access & Fees

Dates & time: October 17, 2026 (Sat) ① 10:00–12:00 (check-in from 9:30)
② 14:00–16:00 (check-in from 13:30)
Price & booking: Free Advance application required; lottery (not first-come). Deadline: Oct 5, 23:59. Results by email by Oct 9. Open to ages from junior high to 40; each applicant may bring up to 2 companions (enter when applying). No cancellations after the deadline. Apply via the JAF Navi event page.
Venue & access: JAF Osaka Branch Hirano Base About a 2-minute walk from the south exit of Hirano Station (JR Yamatoji Line). There is no parking at the venue, so use public transport.

There are 9 car parks within a 12-minute walk of JAF Osaka Branch Hirano Base. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

JAF (Japan Automobile Federation) Osaka Branch opens its Hirano road service base to the public for the first time. See how a rescue call is handled from dispatch to the scene, watch crews demonstrate jump-starting a dead battery and unlocking a car with keys locked inside, and try operating parts of a tow truck. Spots are limited to 20 per session by lottery, and the event is aimed at people aged 13 to 40 curious about road service work or considering it as a career.

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Program

Overview of road service work (behind the scenes, training, inspections, work style)
Mock rescue call for a dead battery (one person per session makes the call; others observe)
Tow truck tour and hands-on operation of some functions
Crew demonstrations of battery rescue and lockout unlocking
One-on-one career consultation for those interested
Souvenir for participants

※Content may change due to weather or conditions on the day

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FAQ

Who can join?

Participants must be junior high school age to 40. Each applicant may bring up to two companions.

Is it first-come, first-served?

No, it's a lottery for 20 spots per session. Results are emailed by October 9 after the October 5 deadline.

Can I drive there?

There is no parking at the venue. Use nearby parking or public transport.