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Osaka Castle Museum

1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

Osaka Castle Museum

The 1st floor features short films about the castle’s history with multilingual subtitles.

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Osaka Castle Museum Admission ticket + Toyotomi Ishigaki Museum 1 / 2

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Opening hours: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (closing time at 6:00 PM) Facilities may be temporarily closed for equipment maintenance. Closed from December 28 to January 1. In case of bad weather and other unforeseen circumstances, fa...

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What to expect

Standing at the heart of Osaka Castle, the Osaka Castle Museum is the central structure of the castle, originally built in 1583, earning it the nickname "Hideyoshi's Castle." The current Osaka Castle Museum, reconstructed in 1931, is a concrete building that now serves as a museum dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the history of Osaka Castle. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views of Osaka from the top floor. Perched on a high platform, the museum features white walls adorned with green roof tiles, and each upturned eave is decorated with gold-leaf sculptures of tigers and golden shachihoko (mythical creatures with tiger heads and fish bodies), creating a dazzling sight. The castle is especially beautiful during spring and autumn when cherry blossoms bloom or maple leaves turn red. **Floor Guide** Upon entering the Osaka Castle Museum, the 1st floor houses a small theater screening five programs about Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Osaka Castle, complete with Chinese subtitles—take a moment to enjoy them. The 2nd floor introduces the basics of Osaka Castle and Japanese castles, along with hands-on experiences like trying on helmets, battle surcoats, and kimonos for photo opportunities (¥300 per session). Restrooms are also located on this floor. The 3rd and 4th floors display important historical artifacts from Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the Warring States period, with exhibits rotating every two months. Visitors can also see scale models of Osaka Castle from different eras, offering a clear understanding of its layout and evolution. Note that photography is prohibited on these floors. The 5th floor features folding-screen paintings and dioramas depicting the "Summer Siege of Osaka," vividly portraying the intensity of the battles. A wide-screen display further explains the scenes illustrated in the paintings. The 6th floor is a corridor closed to visitors. On the 7th floor, "The Taikoki in Diorama" presents 19 scenes from Toyotomi Hideyoshi's life through high-tech projections, bringing his story to life. Finally, the 8th-floor observation deck offers breathtaking views from 50 meters above ground, showcasing the majestic Osaka Castle, the city skyline, modern high-rises, the Osaka Plain, and distant mountain ranges.

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Free admission for middle school students and younger visitors. Please present a valid student ID or other valid ID.
Student tickets are applicable to high school and college students (proof required).
*Overseas students must present an International Student Identity Card (ISIC) recommended by UNESCO.
This booking cannot be canceled once completed. We appreciate your understanding.
The admission ticket can only be used once and does not allow re-entry.
This ticket also grants one-time entry to the "Toyotama Ishigaki-kan" museum. Re-entry is not permitted.
· You can purchase admission tickets for up to 10 people to enter the attraction at the same time. If the number of people entering together decreases temporarily, the total quantity of tickets will still be used upon entry, and no cancellations, changes, or refunds will be processed for the reduced quantity.
Please bypass the ticket purchase line and proceed directly to the entrance to present your QR code booking confirmation.
Reservations for specific visit dates and times are not accepted. There is no time limit for visiting the venue. However, visitor capacity restrictions may be implemented during peak hours.
Osaka Castle Museum is a museum facility. Please refrain from any actions that violate cultural property protection, hinder other visitors' experience, or compromise safety.
Do not take photos in prohibited areas (except in designated photography zones).
Do not use photography equipment that may obstruct the view of other visitors.
No food or drinks allowed
No loud conversations
Do not sit on the floor
Do not use smartphones while walking
Do not engage in any dangerous or disruptive behavior.
Pets are not allowed inside the venue. (Exception: service dogs, guide dogs, and hearing dogs)