Experts' Choice Award Osaka Castle
What the experts agree on
Osaka Castle's gold-trimmed walls and copper roof make it the city's unmistakable symbol, dominating the skyline. Note it's a ferroconcrete rebuild, not the original—still striking and hard to miss.
“You cannot miss the forest of buildings and upturned roofs of Osaka Castle.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "Osaka's most visible tourist attraction and symbol, Osaka Castle exemplifies the city's ability to change with the times." Full review
Frommer's "Built of ferroconcrete, it's not as massive as the original but is still one of Japan's most famous castles and is impressive with its massive stone walls, black and gold-leaf trim, and copper roof." Full review
"This is definitely not worth missing if you're in Osaka. While the castle itself is well worth the visit, the cherry blossoms that surround the pathways within the park add to the overall..."
Rough Guide "At the center of the Castle Area, you'll find the majestic Osaka Castle, a symbol of the city's rich history that dates back to the 16th century. Surrounding the castle is a vast park..."
Condé Nast Traveler "The cultural symbol of Osaka is undoubtedly Osaka Castle, with its moats, defensive walls, and signature green-roofed main keep. Much of the site was reconstructed in the 1990s, after the..."
