Kishiwada Castle

Castle Kishiwada-shi, Osaka, Japan

What to expect

Kishiwada Castle is a charming and serene piece of medieval Japan, offering a glimpse into the country's rich history. The castle's traditional streets and immaculate garden, designed by renowned Japanese landscaper Mirei Shigemori, are a must-see. Visitors can enjoy document exhibits and a watchtower, as well as the 'Hachijin Garden' that spreads out in front of the castle tower. The castle also hosts the world-famous Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri festival in September and October, featuring large wooden floats, traditional Japanese drummers, and flute players

Plan your family visit to the Kishiwada Castle with these blog insights 👇

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Osaka – 2nd

Osaka – 2nd
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Kishiwada and its castle. We were surprised by how quiet it was compared to the city. We had a Japanese fondue for lunch

Highlights: We enjoyed the castle and its dry garden, and the children loved the robot that brought the meat for the fondue ✨