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Osaka Castle

One of the three most beautiful castles in Japan
with cherry blossoms in the spring and red leaves in the fall.

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Osaka Castle
Built on a conspicuously high plateau in the city, Osaka Castle is one of the most beautiful castles in Japan together with Himeji and Kumamoto castles. The construction started in 1583 by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, the ruler in those days, and the construction of the donjon was completed two years later. It has been burnt down two times, and in 1931 the donjon was rebuilt as a 5-layer, 8-story tower of 55 m (180 ft.) high, after 266 years from its last destruction. With a full of decorations shining in gold color including the golden dolphins on the roof and the tigers embellishing the castle, it is a registered tangible cultural property. From the observation deck on the 8th floor, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Osaka city. The area around the castle is well maintained with a rich greenery as Osaka Castle Park. It is a beautiful place to enjoy the cherry blossoms in the spring and red leaves such as gingko and Japanese zelkova in the fall.

    Address

    1-1, Osakajo, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

    Access from major landmarks

    Osaka station to Osaka Castle castle tower
    ・From Osaka station to Osakajo-Koen Station
    ・Nine minutes (via JR Osaka Loop Line)
    ・Exit Osakajo-Koen Station station, fifteen minutes walk

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