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Morning Walking Tour of Osaka Castle with Osaka Museum of History

4.60· 28 reviews

What to expect

Visit the Osaka Museum of History, then explore the Otemon Gate of Osaka Castle, Houkoku Shrine and Castle Tower on this walking tour of the city's most renowned landmark!

What's included

English-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at: 10:00

Schedule

Check-in at Osaka Visitors’ Information Center Umeda
Depachika (Department Store Gourmet Floor)
Depachika is the nickname for a basement of department stores, where you can find an assortment of snacks and sweet treats! Check out the seasonal displays of Japanese sweets, taste various kinds of Japanese sake, and see elegantly arranged bento boxes or purchase one yourself!
Osaka Museum of History
Opened in 2001, this museum was built at the site of the ancient palace and provides the visitors with interesting historic experiences. You can get a picture-perfect view of Osaka Castle from the 10th floor of the building within walking distance!
Otemon Gate
Make your way to the magnificent main gate of Osaka Castle, where you can see the huge stone walls and moats of the castle.
Houkoku Shrine
Located inside the Osaka Castle compound, this Shinto shrine was built in honor of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous warrior and daimyo (lord). It is colorfully embellished from season to season, and is particularly beautiful during the cherry blossom and autumn leaves seasons.
Castle Tower
You can enter the Castle Tower Museum to get great panoramic views of Osaka from the observatory or try on a warrior costume on the second floor.
Tour Ends on Site

Location and Directions

Check-in
Osaka Visitors’ Information Center Umeda
〒530-0001 JR Osaka Sta.1F North Central Gate, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
Check-out
Osaka Castle Aoya Gate
Osaka castle Aoya Gate

Operated by

Rocking Osaka (Code:126608)

Cancellation policy

After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%

Reviews

4.60

28 reviews

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Osaka Walking Tour: Strolling Around Osaka Castle

Posted Date: 2025/03/02

つぼ

I learned how to use the ICOCA card, how to buy tickets, and how to navigate the subway's intricate routes. I was also given tips on the best spots for photographing Osaka Castle, making it an excellent trip overall. With the friendly guidance of our guide, [name], this journey was a great success! It turned out to be a wonderful family vacation!ICOCAカードの使い方、切符の買い方、地下鉄の網目のような路線の乗り方。大阪城の写真撮影のベストポジションを教えていただいたり、全てが良い旅行になりました。気さくなガイドの〇〇さんの案内で今回の旅は大正解でした‼️ 良い家族旅行になりました！

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

Thank you for participating in the Osaka Castle course. The guide also enjoyed it. There are many other tours available, so we look forward to your next participation.大阪城コースにご参加ありがとうございました。ガイドの方も楽しませてもらいました。
まだツアーは他にもいろいろあるので次回の参加をお待ちしております。

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At Home

Posted Date: 2024/02/25

還暦夫婦

We participated as a couple. Although we have been to Osaka several times, this was our first time joining a tour. The guide was always considerate and listened to our wishes. They provided detailed explanations about places we would usually just pass by, and we had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.夫婦で参加しました。何度か大阪には来ているのですが、初めてツアー申し込みました。
ガイドさんは、常に気使いしていただき、希望を聞いてくれました。普段だと通り過ぎるところ、詳しく解説していただき、楽しい時間をすごしました。ありがとうございました。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

I would be very happy if you could experience many interesting places in Osaka! Thank you for listening attentively. Please come again in search of new discoveries!大阪のたくさんの面白い所を味わって頂けたらとても嬉しいです！
熱心に耳を傾けてくださりありがとうございました。
また新しい発見を求めておいで下さい！

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First time at Osaka Castle.

Posted Date: 2023/12/13

yellowknifer

I visited Osaka Castle for the first time. The guide was very kind and explained everything, taking us to places we wouldn't have gone to on our own. I was able to spend a very meaningful time there.初めて大阪城に行きました。
ガイドさんがとても親切に説明して頂いたので
個人では行かないような場所も案内してくれました。
とても有意義な時間を過ごすことが出来ました。

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Osaka Castle Walk

Posted Date: 2023/06/10

きっかん

The guide's explanations were very good. I couldn't enter Gokan Kitahama as it was too crowded, but the open sandwiches at Nakano Island Library were very delicious. I would like to go again if I have the chance. Thank you very much.ガイドさんの説明など　とても良かったです。
五感北浜は多くて入れませんでしたが
中之島図書館のオープンサンドはとても美味しかったです。
縁があったらまた行きたいと思いました。ありがとうございました。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

The temperature on the day was not too high, making it a perfect day for walking. Time flew by, but I’m glad you enjoyed it. Please do come back to Osaka again. Thank you very much for participating this time.当日は気温もあまり高くなく、ウォーキング日和となりました。
あっという間に時間が過ぎてしまいましたが、お楽しみ頂けて幸いでした。
どうぞ、また大阪へお越し下さいませ。
この度は、ご参加、誠に有難うございました。

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Osaka Castle

Posted Date: 2023/05/23

ゆうば

I was only able to see Osaka Castle from a distance, so being able to climb up to the main keep was the best! ✨ It was a hot day, but the guide walked at my pace, which I really appreciated. I was able to learn interesting things about the castle's stone walls that I would have just passed by if I were on my own. The guide even shared behind-the-scenes stories about the castle's history, making for a fun time!

I came from Tokyo and couldn't remember the Osaka subway system, but I was taught that… I was only able to see Osaka Castle from a distance, so being able to climb up to the main keep was the best! ✨ It was a hot day, but the guide walked at my pace, which I really appreciated. I was able to learn interesting things about the castle's stone walls that I would have just passed by if I were on my own. The guide even shared behind-the-scenes stories about the castle's history, making for a fun time!

I came from Tokyo and couldn't remember the Osaka subway system, but I was taught that the colors displayed for each line have meaning, so I was able to return without getting lost. Thank you, guide! I would love to participate again. 大阪城を遠くから見てるばかりでしたので、天守閣まで、のぼれて、最高でした✨
暑い日でしたが、ガイドさんは、私のペースにあわせて、歩いていただき、とてもありがたかったです、
お城の石垣も個人で来てたら、素通りするところも、説明を聞いて、興味深く見学出来ました、またお城のなりたちの、裏話まで教えていただき、楽しい時間をすごせました！
東京から来て、大阪の地下鉄は、覚えられなかったのですが、各線の、表示されてる色の、意味があると教えられて、かえりは、迷わず、帰る事が出来ました、
ガイドさん、ありがとうございま… 大阪城を遠くから見てるばかりでしたので、天守閣まで、のぼれて、最高でした✨
暑い日でしたが、ガイドさんは、私のペースにあわせて、歩いていただき、とてもありがたかったです、
お城の石垣も個人で来てたら、素通りするところも、説明を聞いて、興味深く見学出来ました、またお城のなりたちの、裏話まで教えていただき、楽しい時間をすごせました！
東京から来て、大阪の地下鉄は、覚えられなかったのですが、各線の、表示されてる色の、意味があると教えられて、かえりは、迷わず、帰る事が出来ました、
ガイドさん、ありがとうございました！
また参加させて下さい。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

I'm glad to hear that you're interested in Osaka. Please come and visit us again!!!大阪にご興味を持って頂き嬉しいです。また是非遊びにおいで下さい！！！

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Recommended tours for history enthusiasts visiting Osaka for the first time.

Posted Date: 2023/04/16

Ａｍｅｌｉｅ

I am from Osaka, and since Osaka Castle is something I take for granted and I never had the opportunity to learn about its history, I decided to participate this time.

In conclusion, I felt that whether the content met my expectations greatly depended on the other members participating in the same tour. When I joined, there were participants from outside Osaka, so naturally, the course and content were geared towards beginners. However, since I had children with me, the pace was dictated by them… I am from Osaka, and since Osaka Castle is something I take for granted and I never had the opportunity to learn about its history, I decided to participate this time.

In conclusion, I felt that whether the content met my expectations greatly depended on the other members participating in the same tour. When I joined, there were participants from outside Osaka, so naturally, the course and content were geared towards beginners. However, since I had children with me, the pace was dictated by them. As a result, I found myself wanting to delve deeper into the history of Osaka Castle (especially the internal exhibits), but it felt somewhat incomplete, and I couldn't shake the feeling of not having fully absorbed the information.

That said, it did serve as a good opportunity to learn more about "Osaka," so I think it was worthwhile in that regard. 大阪出身ですが、大阪城は『在って当然』で、歴史について知る機会もなかったため、今回参加しました。
結論、同じツアーに参加するメンバーにより自分が希望する内容かどうかが、大きく左右されると感じました。
私が参加した際は大阪以外からの方ですので、当然初心者向けのコース・内容で案内されていましたが、子供連れだったため、どうしてもそちらのペースで進行されます。そのため、もう少し踏み込んで大阪城の話（特に内部の展示等）知りたいことも中途半端な感じで、少々消化不足な感は否めませんでした。
とはいえ、改めて「大阪」… 大阪出身ですが、大阪城は『在って当然』で、歴史について知る機会もなかったため、今回参加しました。
結論、同じツアーに参加するメンバーにより自分が希望する内容かどうかが、大きく左右されると感じました。
私が参加した際は大阪以外からの方ですので、当然初心者向けのコース・内容で案内されていましたが、子供連れだったため、どうしてもそちらのペースで進行されます。そのため、もう少し踏み込んで大阪城の話（特に内部の展示等）知りたいことも中途半端な感じで、少々消化不足な感は否めませんでした。
とはいえ、改めて「大阪」を知るきっかけにはなったので、その点ではよかったとは思います。

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I was able to have the guide all to myself! ♪

Posted Date: 2022/11/28

Kate

While living in Kansai, I realized I didn't know much about Osaka Castle, so I signed up for this tour on a free day, feeling like I was going on a little trip. I was the only one booked for that day, so I had the guide all to myself! After taking the subway and visiting the Osaka Museum of History, we went through the Otemon Gate to Osaka Castle Park, and I was guided around the area near the main tower for a full three hours. I've been to Osaka Castle several times, but I made new discoveries … While living in Kansai, I realized I didn't know much about Osaka Castle, so I signed up for this tour on a free day, feeling like I was going on a little trip. I was the only one booked for that day, so I had the guide all to myself! After taking the subway and visiting the Osaka Museum of History, we went through the Otemon Gate to Osaka Castle Park, and I was guided around the area near the main tower for a full three hours. I've been to Osaka Castle several times, but I made new discoveries about the background of its construction! I was impressed by the guide's extensive knowledge, which showed that they study diligently and continuously improve their expertise. Thanks to this experience, I was able to spend a meaningful half day and was very satisfied. 関西に住みながらも大阪城のことを良く知らなかったこともあって空いた休日に小旅行気分でこのツアーを申し込みました。この日の予約は私だけで、ガイドさんを独占できました！地下鉄に乗って、大阪歴史博物館見学後、大手門から大阪城公園へ、そして天守閣周辺をたっぷり3時間案内していただきました。大阪城には何度か行ってはいますが大阪城築城の背景にこんなことがあったんだ！と、新しい発見の連続でした。ガイドさんの博識にも脱帽で日頃からよくお勉強され研鑽を積んでいらっしゃることが伺えました。お陰様で有意義な半日を過ご… 関西に住みながらも大阪城のことを良く知らなかったこともあって空いた休日に小旅行気分でこのツアーを申し込みました。この日の予約は私だけで、ガイドさんを独占できました！地下鉄に乗って、大阪歴史博物館見学後、大手門から大阪城公園へ、そして天守閣周辺をたっぷり3時間案内していただきました。大阪城には何度か行ってはいますが大阪城築城の背景にこんなことがあったんだ！と、新しい発見の連続でした。ガイドさんの博識にも脱帽で日頃からよくお勉強され研鑽を積んでいらっしゃることが伺えました。お陰様で有意義な半日を過ごすことができて大満足です。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

Thank you for exploring the historically rich Osaka Castle with us. We hope you'll join us again for more exciting experiences! I'm sure there will be interesting discoveries waiting for you.歴史豊かな大阪城、一緒に探検して頂きありがとうござございました。
またワクワク体験しにご参加下さい！面白い発見がきっとあると思います。

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Osaka Castle Park Walking Tour

Posted Date: 2022/11/18

ラム0901

This tour included the Osaka Museum of History and Osaka Castle. At the museum, there was a Jomon period elevated storehouse at the entrance, which was surprising. The exhibits inside the museum were spacious, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand. The history of Osaka is amazing! Osaka Castle Park is also nearby, and I took my time walking around, listening to the explanations, and had the guide take photos of me at great spots. The weather was also favorable, allowing for beauti… This tour included the Osaka Museum of History and Osaka Castle. At the museum, there was a Jomon period elevated storehouse at the entrance, which was surprising. The exhibits inside the museum were spacious, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand. The history of Osaka is amazing! Osaka Castle Park is also nearby, and I took my time walking around, listening to the explanations, and had the guide take photos of me at great spots. The weather was also favorable, allowing for beautiful views of the city from various directions. After the tour, since I was the only participant, the guide kindly recommended delicious places to eat and even helped me with directions to the subway. I was touched by their kindness. Thank you very much! 今回のツアーは、大阪歴史博物館と大阪城です。
歴史博物館では入り口に縄文時代の高床式の倉庫が
あり、まずビックリ　博物館の中の展示も広々として
ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすかったです。
　大阪の歴史は、すごい！大阪城公園もすぐ近くで
ゆっくり歩いて説明を聞きガイドさんに良いスポットで
写真を撮ってもらいました。天候にも恵まれ
大阪市内がいろいろな方向からきれいに見えました。
　ツアー後も、参加者が私1人だったのでおススメグルメ、帰りの地下鉄まで教えていただき親切な対応に
癒されました。ありがとうございました

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

Thank you for participating. Often overlooked, Osaka is a fascinating city that combines a rich history with the vibrancy of a metropolis. I hope you enjoy exploring the city on a walking tour with a local Osaka guide. We look forward to your next visit. Rocking Osaka, Harimaご参加ありがとうございました。見逃されがちですが大阪は深い歴史を持ちながら大都会の活気を合わせ持つなかなか魅力的な街です。
地元大阪のガイドと一緒に街歩きツアーを楽しんでもらいたいです。
またのお越しをお待ちしております。ロッキング大阪　播磨

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I don't know, but I was able to understand Osaka.

Posted Date: 2022/11/07

くまもとから４人

At the museum, they spoke to us in detail about things we didn't know, which was very informative. At Osaka Castle, it was extremely crowded, and since we had another appointment, we were disappointed that we couldn't go up to the main keep. However, we were able to have a valuable experience that we couldn't have had on our own, such as taking photos at the castle and seeing the stone walls that bear the scars of war. Next time we go to Osaka, we would like to go up to the main keep ourselves a… At the museum, they spoke to us in detail about things we didn't know, which was very informative. At Osaka Castle, it was extremely crowded, and since we had another appointment, we were disappointed that we couldn't go up to the main keep. However, we were able to have a valuable experience that we couldn't have had on our own, such as taking photos at the castle and seeing the stone walls that bear the scars of war. Next time we go to Osaka, we would like to go up to the main keep ourselves and request guidance towards Tsutenkaku. 博物館では、知らない事を丁寧に話してくださり、大変ためになりました。
大阪城では、凄く混雑して
次の予定を、入れていたので
天守閣に上がれなかったので残念でしたが❗️大阪城の写真スポットや
戦争の傷跡の石垣等
個人では、味わえない
貴重な体験が出来ました。
また、大阪に行く時は、
今度は、自分たちで天守閣に上り、
通天閣方面の案内を、お願いしたいです。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

I'm glad to hear that you were interested in exploring Osaka Castle. The observation of the giant stones related to the Kumamoto Domain was also fascinating, wasn't it? I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience of not being able to enter the main keep due to the crowds. I hope for the day when COVID-19 settles down further and temperature checks and sanitization are no longer necessary. Next time, I recommend going inside the turret as well. Please do visit Osaka again. Thank you very much.大阪城探検、興味を持って頂き嬉しいです。熊本藩担当の巨石観察も面白かったですね。混雑の為、天守閣入場出来なかった事、本当に申し訳ありません。コロナがさらに落ち着き、検温、消毒が不要になる日を願っています。次回は、櫓の中に入られるのもお勧めです。是非また大阪においで下さい。ありがとうございました。

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A leisurely walk around Osaka Castle.

Posted Date: 2022/10/27

ヒロミ

Walking was nice, but learning about history was also an interesting experience. The more I learned, the more I wanted to know. It's a pity that it doesn't stay in my memory very well, but I want to hear it again and again.歩くというのも良かったですが、歴史を知るのも興味深い時間でした。知れば知るほど、更に知りたくなりました。記憶に、なかなか留まってくれないのが残念ですが、何度も聞きたいです。

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Reply from Rocking Osaka

I'm very happy that you are interested in the history of Osaka. Please come back to Osaka again to experience even more interesting things. Thank you for participating.大阪の歴史に興味をお持ち頂きとっても嬉しいです。
さらなる面白みを味わって頂くために、また是非大阪においで下さい。
ご参加ありがとうございました。

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