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Osaka Castle

大坂城

Things to do in Osaka | Japan

Osaka Castle is one of the most famous landmarks in Japan. It was originally built in 1586 as a display of power and grandeur by the samurai warlord and ruler of Japan, Toyotomi Hideyoshi (the "Napoleon of Japan").  The Castle played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century leading up to the 1603 foundation of the Edo era. Osaka castle has an observation deck with panoramic city views and a history museum that showcases the fascinating history of the castle.

Rating:

Google Rating4.4 / 5
Tripadvisor Rating4.1 / 5

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Address:

Chūō-ku, Osaka, Osaka 540-0002, JapanMap
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Attraction, Castle, Museum
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Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
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Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城
Osaka Castle / 大坂城

Traveler Notes

This is the very first castle I stepped foot in Japan. The castle ‘s interior is filled with dioramas, artifacts, videos and holograms about the building of the castle and the key events that happened in the area.

Don’t forget to stop by the souvenir shop. It may be a tourist trap but the my have some pretty near items

Japan Fall 2018 (Kansai)
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Osaka Castle, or “Osaka-jo” in Japanese, is certainly one of the most famous landmarks in Japan, and for good reason. This five-story castle is one of the most visually spectacular creations in the country, with a history that dates back almost 450 years!

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