Osaka Castle Audio Guide Tours

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• Admission fee

• Taxes

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• Tour guide

• Personal expenses

Skip the lines at Osaka Castle and enjoy breathtaking views from the Harukas 300 Observatory.

• Perfect for families and adventure seekers! Enjoy incredible value with stunning views from Harukas 300 and historic charm at Osaka Castle.
• At Harukas 300, interact with digital touch panels revealing fun facts about the skyline, while telescopes let you zoom in on iconic landmarks.
• Enjoy a special Godzilla event at HARUKAS 300! Explore a towering Godzilla statue, treasure hunts, monster games, and limited-edition merch until June 29.
• At Osaka Castle, wander through beautiful gardens and spot cherry blossoms in spring, adding a picturesque backdrop to your historic exploration.
• Capture unforgettable memories with stunning photos at Osaka Castle's iconic gates and learn about the legends that shaped this cultural treasure.

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Harukas 300

• Admission to Harukas 300 Observatory

Osaka Castle

• Skip-the-line entry to Osaka Castle

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Harukas 300 Observatory

• Live guide
• Transportation

Osaka Castle

• Tour guide
• Personal expenses

Harukas 300 Observatory

• Tip: Visit during sunset for a magical transition from day to night; the city lights up, offering a stunning contrast against the fading sky.
• Present your Headout voucher at the venue for a free Godzilla sticker during the 'Godzilla Attacks' event. Limited stocks available, so hurry!
• No food and drinks are allowed in the Observatory except on the 58th floor where there is a cafe.
• Wheelchairs are available on the 16th floor and are subject to availability.
• This offer is not available for Japanese passport holders.
• Coin lockers are available at the Observatory, but are subject to availability
• Entry is free for children of 3 years and below. They must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

Osaka Castle

• Tip: Take time to explore the Nishinomaru Garden behind the castle; it features beautiful cherry blossom trees and offers incredible views of the castle itself.
• Free admission will be given to visitors with disability certificates. One companion can also be admitted for free.
• The castle is wheelchair and stroller accessible. However, if the castle gets too crowded on a certain day, strollers will not be allowed.
• Guests can deposit their belongings at the entrance ticket counter at a fee of JPY100 per piece. Available from 9am to 4:30pm only (last call for pick up at 5pm).

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• 1 or 2-day Osaka pass (as per option selected)

• Free entry to Osaka Castle Main Tower & Toyotomi Ishigaki Museum

• Access to 40 attractions & discounts/special offers (details here)

• Unlimited access to Osaka Metro & Osaka City Bus (some routes excluded)

• Unlimited rides on private railway lines (Hankyu, Hanshin, Keihan, Kintetsu, Nankai)

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• Access to JR Lines

• Access to Nankai Line Kansai Airport Station

Skip queues and save 5% while moving from castle halls to open garden views.

• What you get at Osaka Castle: Timed-entry access to the main tower, covering all public floors with exhibits and the top observation deck overlooking the city.
• What you get at Nishinomaru Garden: Skip-the-line entry to the 6.5-hectare garden with 600 cherry trees, 1,200 plum trees, and access to Hoshoan Teahouse.
• Why this combo works: Booking together saves 5% vs separate tickets, avoids multiple queues, and keeps the visit flowing between indoor exhibits and outdoor spaces.

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Osaka Castle

• Skip-the-line access to Osaka Castle
• Access to the eight-story main tower with over 10,000 historical artifacts

Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden

• Entry to Osaka Castle
• Skip-the-line access to Nishinomaru Garden
• Access to 6.5-hectare manicured garden within Osaka Castle Park

What to bring Osaka Castle

• Bring a valid ticket or mobile voucher for timed entry to the main tower.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as visiting the castle involves climbing multiple floors and stairs.

Nishinomaru Garden

• Bring your valid ticket or voucher for entry to the garden grounds.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the garden covers large open areas with walking paths.

What’s not allowed Osaka Castle

• Large luggage and bulky bags are not permitted inside the castle tower.
• Tripods and professional photography equipment may be restricted inside exhibit areas.

Nishinomaru Garden

• Drones are not permitted within the garden grounds.
• Pets may be restricted inside designated areas of the garden.

Accessibility Osaka Castle

• Not fully wheelchair accessible; accessing upper floors involves stairs and may require using elevators with limited access.

Nishinomaru Garden

• Partially wheelchair accessible; paths are mostly flat, but covering the full garden requires extended walking.

Additional information

• Tickets are valid for entry to both attractions and must be presented separately at each location.
• Both sites can be visited on the same day or on different days, depending on your ticket validity.

Universal Studios Japan

• This experience is accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
• It will be required for wheelchair users to switch to the seats in the attraction.
• It is required to get in touch with a crew member for guests with a wig, prosthetic limb, plaster cast, or a medical assistant tool.
• This experience is not the best fit for people with abnormal blood pressure, cardiac issues, back, neck, hip, or spinal disorders, motion sickness, vertigo, claustrophobia, acrophobia, and pregnant women.
• This experience is not suitable for people who have medical conditions that could be aggravated by loud sounds, fog, pitch-black darkness, strobes, and strong smells.
• This ticket is for non-Japanese passport holders only.
• Depending on your height or medical condition, you may be unable to use some attractions.
• Events, attractions, restaurants, and shops are subject to change or cancellation depending on the season, time, or weather, without notice.

Osaka Castle

• This experience is accessible by wheelchairs.
• As higher floors have limited viewing space and can become crowded, strollers are not allowed. Free stroller check-in is available at the ticket gate.

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Universal Studios Japan

• 1-day entry to Universal Studios Japan
• Access to all rides & attractions

Osaka Castle

• Entry to Osaka Castle