The Osaka Museum of History, located adjacent to the lush Osaka Castle Park and Naniwa Palace Ruins Park, opened in 2001.
As a museum chronicling nearly 1,400 years of “Osaka as a city,” it presents the city’s history from ancient times through the medieval and early modern periods to the modern and contemporary eras using
full-scale reconstructed buildings, miniature models, videos, and a wealth of actual artifacts,
offering a vivid insight into Osaka’s history and culture.The top floor, which offers a
beautiful view of Osaka Castle, is also a popular photo spot.
Guided tours are also available to explore the preserved ruins of Naniwa Palace located in the basement.
Osaka Museum of History
A museum dedicated to researching and showcasing Osaka's history and culture, spanning nearly 1,400 years.
- Business Hours
-
9:30 a.m.–5:00
p.m.
*Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. - Day Off
- Tuesdays (If Tuesday is a holiday, the museum will be closed on the following Wednesday) Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 28–Jan. 4)
- Fees
-
Individuals: Adults 600 yen, High School and College Students 400
yen Groups (20 or more people): Adults 540 yen, High School and College Students 360
yen Junior high school students and younger, and Osaka City residents aged 65 and older (proof of age required) Free
admission for
holders of a disability certificate or similar documentation (including one caregiver) *Separate admission fees apply for special exhibitions - Contact Us
- 06-6946-5728
- Official Website and Booking Site
- https://www.osakamushis.jp
- Address
- 4-1-32 Otemae, Chuo Ward, Osaka City
- Directions
- Right next to Exit 9 of Tanimachi 4-chome Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi and Chuo Lines