Osaka Castle, Chuo: Hours, Address, Osaka Castle Reviews: 4/5
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
About
Once the largest castle in Japan when originally built in the 1580s, this castle has an observation platform with city views and a history museum that uses holograms, 3D pictures and other technologies to describe the history of the castle and the period during which it was built.
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How to get there
- Osaka Business Park • 8 min walk
- Oosakajoukitadume • 10 min walk
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10,000 within 5 kms
THE GARDEN ORIENTAL OSAKA
123
0.8 km££ - £££ • Italian
Crossfield with Terrace Lounge
17
0.2 km££ - £££ • Italian • Cafe
Tully's Coffee Osaka Castle Castle Tower Before
6
0.1 km££ - £££
The Konamon Bar Rikyu
9
0.2 km££ - £££ • Japanese
Blue Birds Roof Top Terrace
17
0.2 km££ - £££ • Steakhouse • Barbecue
Restaurant RASPBERRY with MOON BAR
3
0.2 km££££ • Japanese • Bar • Dining bars
Osakajo Honjin
8
0.1 kmDessert
Sakura
36
0.6 km££££ • French
Moto Osaka Shiritsu Hakubutsukan
6
0.1 km
Avancer Takashimaya Osaka
1
65 m
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1,235 within 5 kms
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4
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Osaka Castle Park
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97 mParks
Place Where Hideyori Toyotomi and Yodo-dono Comitted Suicide
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0.1 kmMonuments & Statues
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0.2 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Kyoiku Tower
5
0.1 kmMonuments & Statues
THE LANDMARK SQUARE OSAKA
6
0.2 kmShopping Malls
Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden
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Osaka Castle Bairin
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0.2 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
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0.4 kmReligious Sites
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4.0
7,901 reviews
Excellent
2,760
Very good
3,402
Average
1,457
Poor
221
Terrible
61
Louie Boracay
Boracay, Philippines103 contributions
Beautiful castle
Oct 2020 • Couples
I really enjoyed my travel here in Osaka castle it’s so beautiful we go up and was able to see different era of Japan it’s a very good place if you love history ancient Japanese and if you love walking you will love this place
Written 1 September 2021
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sheilasicilia
Tokyo, Japan21 contributions
Beautiful castle
Aug 2021 • Family
Beautiful castle, there’s a bench in the front yard also vending machine. Gonna back there again and come in side the castle
Written 30 August 2021
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Vicky Silve
Abbadia Lariana, Italy297 contributions
Not the original one, but amazing!
Mar 2021
For those who are unfamiliar, Japanese castles are often reconstructions of the original ones, which often got lost in bombings, fires and earthquakes. The Osaka Castle nowadays is a bit too much touristic, but still has its charm. As a romantic girl I love to imagine an handsome samurai looking at me and smiling while strolling among the gardens!
Written 25 June 2021
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Russell C
Geelong, Australia106 contributions
A very beautiful place.
May 2021 • Solo
Beautiful castle and surroundings. I was not able to enter the castle tower due to covid restrictions but enjoyed the variety of things to do and see within the castle walls and in the gardens.
Written 31 May 2021
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mistermark8
Seoul, South Korea85 contributions
beautiful castle in the middle of the city.!
Mar 2020
Words can not describe the awe fo this place. You can either walk or take a guided tram to the castle.
They have a lot of picturesque areas that my phone album was full. At the base of the castle courtyard they have food and beverage stands for visitors. I enjoyed a sakura champagne with friends as it was cherry blossom season. Beautiful place and must recommend!
They have a lot of picturesque areas that my phone album was full. At the base of the castle courtyard they have food and beverage stands for visitors. I enjoyed a sakura champagne with friends as it was cherry blossom season. Beautiful place and must recommend!
Written 21 February 2021
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Jyoti2201
Koto, Japan83 contributions
Good place
Nov 2020 • Friends
Good place to visit . Park is well maintained and they have many activities also . Castle is really big and everything is explained very nicely. Good to have an english audio tour for better understanding .
Written 27 November 2020
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Eric Kennedy
4 contributions
Quick visit to Osaka Castle
Feb 2020
As we were about to leave Osaka, I hopped in a cab and did a quick trip to Osaka Castle. Really awe-inspiring sight. I climbed all the stairs and had a look around the interior and was impressed with the history and story-telling in the castle. Once on the top level I took in the views of Osaka. I had a really good, quick experience. If you want to hit a castle in Japan and have limited time, I highly recommend this one.
Written 27 September 2020
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The GeesTravel
Singapore, Singapore10 contributions
impressive Castle Seen from A Far
Jan 2020
Stunning view of the castle that can be seen from a far!
The castle is surrounded by lake or mout, which is quite impressive and traditional use by old ancient empire.
There is an entrance fee to get inside the castle., which we opted out.
For us walking along the park is great enough experience.
The castle is surrounded by lake or mout, which is quite impressive and traditional use by old ancient empire.
There is an entrance fee to get inside the castle., which we opted out.
For us walking along the park is great enough experience.
Written 2 September 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Minh Duc
6 contributions
Great!
Nov 2019
The landmark in the Autumn is so great! Red and yellow leaves are everywhere. Clean atmosphere. Hope to have chances to comeback again!
Written 28 August 2020
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Ed H
Ontario, CA115 contributions
The castle is grand from the outside.
Nov 2019
I was expecting to see the grand hall where the emperor is seated and thousands of soldiers are seated on the floor. I was very disappointed. It's only $5 or $6 to go in to see pictures and videos of the old, floor after floor. You don't get to see the grand hall because it is walled off or closed to traffic.
Written 16 August 2020
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BigFootNala
Bologna, Italy
Hello everyone, do you know if there is any way to buy the tickets for the Osaka castle and museum online in order to avoid queuing? If not, do you think we will face massive queues (we will be there on August, 21st)? Thanks in advance!
vegaslover73
USA146 contributions
I wouldn’t worry about buying advance tickets. As others have said, the line moves quickly. The real queue is waiting after you’ve passed the tickets area to go up the elevator.
Rls26
United Kingdom87 contributions
Are you able to take photos of the castle or grounds without paying the admission fee? Do they accept credit card/Icoca card as a form of payment?
Isaiah K
Singapore, Singapore2,013 contributions
Yes you can access the castle grounds free of charge. That's what I did! But you need to pay for admission into the castle, which might be worth it for the panoramic views.
Rls26
United Kingdom87 contributions
Are you able to take photos of the castle or grounds without paying the admission fee? Do they accept credit card/Icoca card as a form of payment?
BoulderNut
Sonoma, CA868 contributions
No worries. Admission fee is for Castle. Credit and cash OK.
scouser1077
Jensen Beach, Florida1,036 contributions
What are the hours during March/April during Cherry Blossom Times?
coldplaybunny
Osaka, Japan19 contributions
I have visited the Castle several times and always closes at 5pm so, if you arrive at 4pm you would have enough time. It opens at 9am.
WalkintheClouds
Jacksonville, FL222 contributions
Does the 600 yen cover the whole castle, park, and gardens? What is the Osaka pass?
Lonngren
Busan, South Korea26 contributions
Yes, the 600 yen covers everything. The Osaka pass is a pass that gets you into the main tourist attractions in Osaka for a lot cheaper than if you were to pay at each one of them separately. Worth getting if you're interested in going to at least 3 or 4 of the included sites.
WalkintheClouds
Jacksonville, FL222 contributions
How much is admission in to the castle? And where do you get tickets?
Colombian Traveler
Colombia60 contributions
Admission fee is 600 yen (about us$5).
You can buy them at the main entrance.
Vivian0605
Foz do Iguacu, PR8 contributions
Does children pay the same price as adults?
YukiyoTsuboi
4 contributions
There is no charge for children under 15 years old，but you need prove his age.
Obviously a small child may not be necessary it.
Zehra90
Turkey6 contributions
Hi there! I will buy JR PASS to travel in Japan and my question is how can I go to Osaka Castle from KIX airport with JR PASS? Please tell me the easiest and shortest way with the simplest explanations. Thanks in advance :)
peterdeane47
Bulli, Australia314 contributions
Hello Zehra
Yes I would visit the shine while you are there. If you have time visit the restaurants and tourist shops across the park from the castle. It gets busy but there are places to sit.
If you have more time in Osaka you must visit Dotonbori you will have a wonderful food and people experience.
Enjoy yourself in Osaka
Maria Eloisa G
1 contribution
Until what time are the park and castle open? thank you!
perfect_spy
London, UK878 contributions
The castle is open 9 to 5pm, though it may extend times during spring and summer.
Hi all, is anyone know that castle works or not works on Mondays?
Miguel Angel
Yecla, Spain458 contributions
I think it does. But perhaps today Monday 25th Christmas Day it may be close. Better ask by a phone call
Frequently Asked Questions about Osaka Castle
- Osaka Castle is open:
- Sun - Sat 09:00 - 16:30
- We recommend booking Osaka Castle tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 73 Osaka Castle tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Osaka Castle:
- Private Tour - A Tour to Explore the Symbol of Osaka: Osaka Castle (From £99.36)
- PRIVATE Half-Day Osaka 4-Hour Off-The-Beaten Track Walking Tour (From £43.34)
- Osaka Castle & Dotonbori Lively One Day Tour (From £106.45)
- Osaka in a Nutshell: Three hour bike tour (From £44.15)
- Street Go-Kart Group Tour in Osaka (From £50.63)
- Hotels near Osaka Castle:
- (0.74 km) Hotel New Otani Osaka
- (0.77 km) Hotel the Lutheran
- (1.21 km) CharinCo Hostel
- (0.94 km) Hotel Monterey Lasoeur Osaka
- (0.62 km) KKR Hotel Osaka
- Restaurants near Osaka Castle:
- (0.10 km) Tully's Coffee Osaka Castle Castle Tower Before
- (0.15 km) The Konamon Bar Rikyu
- (0.10 km) Osakajo Honjin
- (0.10 km) Moto Osaka Shiritsu Hakubutsukan
- (0.06 km) Avancer Takashimaya Osaka
- Attractions near Osaka Castle:
- (0.01 km) San-no-maru of Osaka Castle in Toyotomi Period
- (0.06 km) Kamifukushimakita Park
- (0.10 km) Osaka Castle Park
- (0.10 km) Japan Tatedo Association - Osaka Castle Dojo
- (0.10 km) Place Where Hideyori Toyotomi and Yodo-dono Comitted Suicide