Hours
Osaka Castle is open to visitors daily from 9:00 am to 5 pm. The last admission to the museum is at 4:30 pm, so plan accordingly.
With 8 floors to cover, in addition to the panoramic observation deck at the top, make sure you allow sufficient time for your visit.
Planning a trip to Osaka Castle? Visit the Osaka Castle website for the complete rundown on every single detail!
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Is Osaka Castle closed?
Osaka Castle is open seven days a week all through the year! However, the castle does occasionally close for maintenance (typically on public holidays).
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Osaka Castle hours of operation
Osaka Castle hours of operation are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. The castle grounds are open 24×7.
Looking for a fun foodie experience in Osaka? This walking food tour of Dotonbori and Shinsekai, through samurai-era merchant streets and alleys, is just the ticket! Sample kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and more!
What time does Osaka Castle open?
Osaka Castle opens daily at 09:00 am. Usually you will encounter less crowds at this time, so for the best experience visit early morning.
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What time does Osaka Castle close?
Osaka Castle closes at 05:00 pm every day. Late evening is also a great time to visit with the setting sun casting a warm glow over the castle and the surrounding park.
While the castle closes at 05:00 pm, the castle grounds are open 24×7! Osaka Castle is lit up at night, and appears almost magical with the lighting.
Looking for the perfect onsen experience in Osaka? Solaniwa Onsen is very popular and you can get tickets online!
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