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Discover Japan’s oldest heritage site. Explore the castle with over 100 years of history and countless, precious relics.
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Skip waiting in long queues to get physical tickets when you book this convenient e-ticket and visit one of the most important historical heritage sites built in Ancient Japan.
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Explore the castle with over 100 years of history and countless precious relics.
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Experience Japan from a century ago, with access to the castle’s 8 floors.
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Take in Osaka City’s panoramic views from the top.
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Taking inspiration from the Taisho period, this attraction is an important historical heritage site, built in Ancient Japan. Explore Osaka Castle’s historical grounds at your own time and pace. This experience is one that shouldn’t be missed while in Osaka. In 1583, Hideyoshi Toyotomi began trying to build the Osaka Castle on the site of Ishiyama Hongaji, which was suitable to inhabit a ruler.
After the death of Hideyoshi’s death, the regime moved to the Tokugawa family and the Osaka Castle fell in 1615 at Osaka Natsunokin. This heritage site was then rebuilt under the order of the second Shogun Hidetada Tokugawa, which took around 10 years. This site played a major role as the base of the Western government for the Shogun. Featuring a spectacular light-up and Japanese historical treasures, this Osaka Castle illumination displays over 3 million colorful LED lights on a 300cm long picture scroll. Don’t miss this 430-year-old edifice in Osaka.
What's not allowed
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Large luggage, sharp metals, and food and drinks are not permitted in the castle. Only water is allowed on the premises.
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Flash photography is not allowed in certain areas of the castle.
Accessibility
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Free admission will be given to visitors with disability certificates. One companion can also be admitted for free.
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The castle is wheelchair and stroller accessible. However, if the castle gets too crowded on a certain day, strollers will not be allowed.
Additional information
- Guests can deposit their belongings at the entrance ticket counter at a fee of JPY100 per piece. Available from 9am to 4:30pm only (last call for pick up at 5pm).
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Show your ticket at Osaka Castle.
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Address: 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan
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Landmark: Next to Miraiza Osaka-Jo shopping mall.
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