Osaka Castle was a part during the Japanese unification on the 16th-17th centuries. In 1614-1615, was held the Osaka Battle where Toyotomis felt and Tokugawas totally established their autority as Shoguns of Japan. There are lots of Historical remains in the park and around. Nearby, we can visit the Osaka Museum of History, which teaches us about Osakan History from its beginning to nowaday. We also can visit nearby the remains of the Palace of Naniwa, which dates from the 7th century.
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There are many places around Osaka castle, not so well known but which deserve to make a stop. It is interesting to stop there before visiting the castle. As its name suggests, it traces the history of Osaka from its origins to today.
The capital of Japan was not fixed during its protohistory. Capitales turned in the region, especially in Nara neighborhood and sometimes, Osaka under its old name of "Naniwa". Here we have Naniwa Palace remains which is nowadays a park where people like to walk, to rest and to have good time. Of course, remains are explained and we can know more about Osaka and Japan History.
Osaka Castle Park is around the castle and have many historical remains. We go out Morinomiya Station and head up to the park.
We arrive near the water pit. Here, we can know more about how Japanese castles were defended.
We arrive near the Huge stone at Kyobashiguchi entrance where we can know more about how Japanese castles were built.
We will visit the tomb of Toyotomi Hideyori, unlucky castle master who were defeated during the Osaka battle (1615).
Osaka Castle is a close replica of the original castle. Inside, it is a museum about samurais and the siege of Osaka (1614-1615).
Miraiza is a building near Osaka Castle. Here, we can buy souvenirs, have some Japanese snacks or food and know more about this castle's History.
Morinomiya Station, 3B Exit
Osaka Castle is famous all around the World and is a symbol of the city and of Japan. In this tour, we visit it outside then enter it.
Guide fee
- Osaka Museum of History entrance: 600JPY/person
- Osaka Castle entrance: 600JPY/person
- Lunch: around 2,000 JPY/person
No special conditions for the moment
Please tell me if you have any food preference.
Mouloud does not just guide us, he tells us the historical background of Mt Yoshino and how some of the Japanese culture and history relates to the mountain, temples and shrines. It was educational. Mouloud was also patience with us as we have a member of the group who couldn’t move as fast as the others. Overall, it was a good day trip. Tiring but enjoyable. Thanks Mouloud. TC
Thank you TC for booking my tour and for your great review! I am glad you liked the tour even if it was tiring. I hope to see you again!
I had an excellent half day tour with Mouloud in Nara. We visit many places including Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todaiji, Bald Mountain and the Nara park. I learned a lot from Mouloud's explanation about the above places and they made me appreciate Nara more. I especially remember his guidance on how to feed Nara's deer. Thank you so much for making my trip to Nara enjoyable and I'd definitely recommend him as a guide to everyone who wants to visit Nara.
Thank you Alex for your booking and for this kind review. I am glad you appreciated the tour and I hope to see you again!
Mouloud did a great job I strongly recommend him
Thank you Bernard for your booking and for your kind review. I am glad you are satisfied!
We spend a great day with Mouloud! Consideration was given to our preferences, for example we made a Sake tasting. Mouloud showed us the most important sights and he know everything well. Because he knew japanese well we did not have to worry about anything. In the end we had a great Kobe beef meal.
Thank you Anja for your booking and for your wonderful review! We had a great timetogether to prepare your tour and I am glad you liked every side of your tour which was made to fit your preferences on the very day. I hope to see you again!