Osaka Castle

Castle Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan

What to expect

Osaka Castle is a historic castle located in Osaka, Japan. The castle was built in 1583 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and has since been rebuilt several times. Today, the castle is a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Osaka. The castle tower is 55 meters above ground and offers a panoramic view of the city. The surrounding park is a large green space with picnic areas, a plaza, and a moat. Visitors can explore the castle's history at the museum inside the castle, which houses over 10,000 historical artifacts. The castle is also surrounded by beautiful gardens, including the Nishinomaru Garden, which features 600 cherry trees and a tea house. The castle is a great place to visit with family and friends, especially during the cherry blossom season

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

72 Hours in Osaka with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Osaka Castle, a fun and immersive introduction to Japan’s history. Older children will enjoy the modern reconstruction of the castle inside, which offers a samurai exhibit in the Osaka Museum of History and a panoramic view of the city from the top of the castle

Highlights: Older children will enjoy the modern reconstruction of the castle inside, which offers a samurai exhibit in the Osaka Museum of History and a panoramic view of the city from the top of the castle ✨

Cherry Blossom Season in Japan with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Osaka Castle to see the cherry blossoms and the castle grounds

Highlights: The kids will always remember the magical wonderland of the castle grounds at night ✨

Things to do in Osaka with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the castle and explored its modern interior

Highlights: The family enjoyed the castle's modern interior and the elevator for easy access ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored Osaka Castle, a historic landmark dating back to the late 1500s, which sits on 15 acres with two moats and 13 structures

Highlights: We enjoyed exploring the park and the historical Osaka Castle, which had been restored multiple times after being burned down and damaged ✨

Osaka – 2nd

This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Osaka Castle. We had to go through temperature checks and automatic ticket machines. Nolan, our oldest, had to show his passport because he is tall

Highlights: We enjoyed the outside of the castle and the gardens ✨