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Built 1583 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, rebuilt by the Tokugawa shogunate, the current ferroconcrete main tower dates to a 1931 reconstruction. Played a central role in Japan's 16th-century unification.

Best season

Late mar-mid-apr (cherry blossoms); mid-nov-early dec (autumn foliage)

Crowd level

Popular

Rating

4.4· 97,479 reviews

Opening hours

Daily 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station

Osakajokoen Station (JR Osaka Loop Line)

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