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Yamamoto Noh Theatre
For about 100 years, the theater has been involved in spreading and passing on Noh, one of Japan's most representative traditional performing arts, and has been spreading Noh to many people by actively performing not only in Noh performances but also overseas. You can also experience Noh through explanations by Noh performers and backstage tours.
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Osaka Castle Museum
Osaka CityBuilt as a museum in the Honmaru, which was then an army site, in 1931. Built entirely with donations from the citizens of Osaka, it is a beloved symbol of Osaka, with eight floors and a height of 54.8m.
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Toyotomi Stone Wall Mansion at Osaka Castle
Osaka CityThe original Osaka Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi as a base for unifying Japan, is said to have been a magnificent and magnificent castle praised as "the unrivaled castle of the three kingdoms." However, after the Toyotomi side was defeated in the Summer Siege of Osaka in 1615 (Keicho 20), the Tokugawa Shogunate built Tokugawa Osaka Castle to cover up the original Toyotomi Osaka Castle, and it has remained buried underground ever since. In the spring of 2025 (Reiwa 7), the stone walls of Toyotomi Osaka Castle will finally be revealed to the public. In the Stone Wall Open House, visitors can reminisce about Toyotomi Osaka Castle, which fell in the Summer Siege of Osaka 400 years ago, in the exhibition hall and experience the charm of the rough-faced stone walls.
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Special Opening of the Important Cultural Property Osaka Castle Yagura
Osaka CityOsaka Castle will be holding a special event titled "Special Opening of the Osaka Castle Yagura Yagura, an Important Cultural Property, 2025," from March to November 2025, where the interior of this ancient structure, designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan, will be open to the public.
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The Golden "Osaka-jo Gozabune Boat Gozabune" - Tour the Moat and Feel Like a Ruler of the World -
Osaka CityLooking up from the boat Osaka Castle Museum, the tallest stone wall in Japan, the talismanic stone face, and the daimyo's engravings can all be seen up close - it's a truly impressive experience.
A sightseeing boat that lets you experience the world's most famous castles and the depth of Osaka's history. -
MIRAIZA Osaka Castle
Osaka CityMIRAIZA Osaka Castle was built in 1931 as the headquarters of the 4th Army Division, at the same time as Osaka Castle Museum. After the war, it was used as the Osaka Prefectural Police headquarters and later became the beloved Osaka City Museum for many years. After the museum closed, it was renovated in 2017 and reborn as a complex with shops, cafes, restaurants, and a museum. With a prime location right in front of the tower, it is a facility where you can enjoy a leisurely meal and shopping.
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Castles, parks, and comedy. A tour of Osaka's iconic symbols
Osaka CityWe present a special lineup of Osaka's "now" attractions. Experience the charms of Osaka, from Osaka Castle, which has been featured in TV dramas, to the latest gourmet food and art, and classic comedy!
*The schedule for this course is based on weekdays. Performance times at Namba Grand Kagetsu change on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, so please check their website for details. -
"Everything begins in Sakai" - Enjoy experiencing Sakai culture
Sakai City Osaka CitySince the Middle Ages, Sakai has prospered through trade with the continent and the Nanban region, and has developed into Japan's most culturally advanced city. As the birthplace of various technologies and cultures in Japan, it has even been called "Sakai is the birthplace of everything." The best way to experience Sakai's culture is to experience it rather than just learn about it. Have fun and experience the depth of Sakai culture.
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Experience the scent of Sakai's long history
Sakai City Osaka CitySakai is home to numerous historical heritage sites, including the Mozu Tombs, a World Heritage Site that includes the world's largest tomb, the Emperor Nintoku Tomb, as well as historic shrines and temples and one of the world's largest moats. Even now, as a designated city second only to Osaka in terms of population and area, you can still feel the scent of history that remains in every corner of the city.
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Entertainment in Osaka, the "fun city"
Osaka CityOsaka's entertainment scene has developed around Dotonbori in Minami, said to be the world's oldest theater district. It is also known as the home of comedy, and is full of elements to entertain visitors. By experiencing entertainment from a variety of perspectives, you can see the true face of Osaka, the "fun city."
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Explore the waterfront scenery in the city center and rediscover the charm of Osaka, the water city
Osaka CityOsaka, once a city of water, developed into an economic and cultural center through water transportation, with many boats plying the rivers that crisscrossed the city. Although the city's appearance has changed over time, there are still many spots that retain traces of the past. Take a tour of the waterfront scenery that remains in the heart of Osaka and rediscover the charm of this water city.
