Osaka Castle
The current main keep, or tenshukaku, was reconstructed in 1931 with donations from citizens. It has over 90 years of history and is recognized as a registered cultural property. This main keep functions as a history museum, showcasing numerous cultural artifacts related to Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the history of Osaka Castle. The exhibition halls inside regularly refresh their displays, offering a diverse experience to visitors.
The Osaka Castle tenshukaku is characterized by its beautiful exterior and golden decorations, soaring to a height of 55 meters with five stories and eight levels. From the observation deck on the eighth floor, visitors can enjoy an expansive view of the Osaka cityscape and the magnificent scenery of Osaka Castle under a blue sky. Major renovations were carried out between 1995 and 1997, enhancing the historical and architectural appeal for a broader audience.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Osaka Castle
- Location
- 〒540-0002 1-1 Osaka Castle, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line: Tanimachi 4-chome Station (Exit 1-B), Tenmabashi Station (Exit 3)
Osaka Metro Chuo Line: Tanimachi 4-chome Station (Exit 9), Morinomiya Station (Exits 1, 3-B)
Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line: Osaka Business Park Station (Exit 1), Morinomiya Station (Exit 3-B)
JR Osaka Loop Line: Osakajo Koen Station, Morinomiya Station
JR Tozai Line: Osakajo Kitazume Station
Keihan Electric Railway: Tenmabashi Station, Kyobashi Station
Osaka City Bus: Otemae, Baba-cho
Osaka Water Bus: Osaka Castle Port, Hachikenya Hama Ferry Terminal
*It takes about 15 to 20 minutes on foot from each station. - Parking
- Parking available.
- Business Hours
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM, with extended hours in some seasons)
- Regular Holiday
- Year-end and New Year holidays (from December 28 to January 1)
- Fees
- Adults: 600 yen / Free for junior high school students and younger, residents of Osaka city aged 65 and over (must present ID), and individuals with a disability certificate.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：06-6941-3044
- Official Website
Map
Detailed Information
Floor Map
8F Observation Deck
You can see a three-dimensional view of the old Osaka scenery.
Souvenirs of Osaka Castle are available for sale.
7F The Life of Toyotomi Hideyoshi
Dioramas depict the life of Hideyoshi. A miniature Hideyoshi moves around among the models.
6F Corridor
The 6th floor is a corridor and is not open to the public.
5F The World of the Summer Siege of Osaka
The fierce battle between the Sanada Yukimura and Matsudaira Tadanaga forces is recreated with miniature figures.
The stories of each famous scene depicted in the folding screens of the Summer Siege of Osaka are explained visually.
There are two setups on the north and south sides of the floor, with subtitles available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean.
4F Toyotomi Hideyoshi and His Era
Exhibits are changed approximately every two months.
3F Toyotomi Hideyoshi and His Era
Exhibits are changed approximately every two months.
A full-scale replica of the assembly-style tea room created by Hideyoshi has been restored.
Restored model of the main keep of Osaka Castle during the Toyotomi period.
Restored model of Osaka Castle during the Tokugawa period.
2F Castle Information Corner
Displays basic knowledge about Osaka Castle and castles in general.
Full-scale replicas of the shachihoko and fukuhō used in the current main keep are on display.
1F Entrance to the Main Keep
Five programs related to Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Osaka Castle are screened sequentially (subtitles available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean).
Souvenirs of Osaka Castle are available for sale.
