Built and rebuilt numerous times since 1653, Osaka Castle looms over its surrounding gardens, moats, imposing stone walls, gates, and turrets. Take the elevator up to the observation deck on the castle’s eighth floor, or wander the garden between the complex’s many structures, stopping in the tea house for a snack. The castle, originally intended to help with the unification of Japan, was captured and changed hands over a dozen times. Visit the museum within to learn more about the castle’s history. Before you head to Osaka, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Osaka route planner, to make sure you see all that Osaka has to offer, including Osaka Castle.
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The castle itself seems to have been rebuild, but the giant stones where there in its original form. Super good place to walk by, the park entrance fee is free as well. I would love to give it a...
The castle itself seems to have been rebuild, but the giant stones where there in its original form. Super good place to walk by, the park entrance fee is free as well. I would love to give it a... more »
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Very nice castle with totally Japanese feel outside and in. We went all the way to the top and the view from the terrace is very peaceful as the castle has a lake and garden around it and you can...
Very nice castle with totally Japanese feel outside and in. We went all the way to the top and the view from the terrace is very peaceful as the castle has a lake and garden around it and you can... more »
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The castle itself is super impressive. It's beautiful and can be seen from quite a distance away, making it feel very grand. The surrounding area of the castle is also really nice. On one side is a river/lake? That is lined with cherry blossom trees, and on the other is stalls filled with yummy food. The area gets very busy pretty quickly, so if you want to go up the castle (which I imagine is an impressive view), then it might be best to go earlier in the day.
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Amazing castle with a great museum and informational walk to accompany it. Even though it is not the original castle there are many many cool renderings inside the museum that shows how grand of a castle system it was in the past. The history of the castle is very well laid out and in English too with videos and dramatic clips to engross you in feudal Japan. The area around the castle is just beautiful and very accesible for all
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