Osaka Castle

大阪城

Osaka Castle is the symbol of Osaka. Construction began in 1583 on the site of the Osaka (Ishiyama) Honganji Temple. The castle was rebuilt in the Tokugawa period but was destroyed by lightning in 1665. The current main tower, 55 meters high with 8 floors, was built in 1931 with donations from citizens. From the observation deck on the 8th floor, you can see a wide view of Osaka.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: Main Tower: 9:00–18:00. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Closed: Closed for the New Year holidays (December 28 – January 1).
Admission: Adults 1,200 yen; university and high school students 600 yen; junior high school students and younger free.
Getting there: About a 15–20 minute walk from Morinomiya Station or Osakajokoen Station (JR Osaka Loop Line).
Time needed: About 60 minutes.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

Audio guides are available for rent. The tourism office lists the facility as barrier-free.

Tips for Muslim visitors

The main tower is barrier-free with elevators, and a special elevator runs from the ground-level ticket counter to the tower entrance, which helps if you want to save time and energy between prayers.
The main tower is a museum and eating or drinking inside is not allowed; cafes are available elsewhere in the park, such as at JO-TERRACE OSAKA and MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO.
Inside many castle keeps you take off your shoes and climb steep, narrow wooden stairs. Wear socks and clothing that is comfortable for climbing.
Castle grounds are large. Plan a prayer stop before or after your visit at one of the places to pray listed below.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Osaka and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.