Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover the history of Osaka Castle on a guided walking tour. Learn about the castle’s military design, explore the tower, and see the largest stone in the castle.
[Highlights]
・Skip the line
・City view from the top of the castle
・The castle’s military design and defenses
・The largest stone in the castle and learn how it was transported
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Osaka Castle admission fee
What To Expect
Osaka Castle
Step into history at Osaka Castle, Japan’s most iconic samurai fortress. Explore the towering main keep, view ancient armor and golden relics, and enjoy panoramic city views. Walk through massive stone walls, moats, and strategic gates as a guide reveals secrets of samurai warfare and castle design.
Hokoku Shrine
Visit Toyokuni Shrine, dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the legendary samurai warlord who unified Japan. Discover the impressive bronze statue, offer prayers at the shrine, and learn about Hideyoshi’s rise from a peasant to ruler. A peaceful spot filled with history and spiritual atmosphere.
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Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission
Reviews
53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kento was a great tour...
Jacie Z,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kento was a great tour guide. He was very informative and also took great group pictures. He kept us all together and went at a good pace. I’d recommend this tour.
We really enjoyed our...
Scott F,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our walking tour of the castle and gardens. Aya was knowledgeable and experienced, and took some great group pictures.
Our guide, Sayaka, was so...
Lauri M,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Sayaka, was so welcoming. She was informative in sharing about Osaka Castle. Making the information interest
Mao was a great guide....
Daniel M,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mao was a great guide. Had a blast. Learned a lot about the history of the castle, its construction and made access to the museum and the top of the castle seamless
Worth it!
Rahool D,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mao super kind, informative, and outgoing. Had significant knowledge of the castle, the surrounding grounds and of Japanese history.
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