Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Osaka Castle
大坂城
Built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1583 on an epic scale, Osaka Castle was the center of Toyotomi power and site of the dramatic Summer and Winter Sieges of 1614-15. The reconstructed tower is now Japan's most visited castle and houses a comprehensive museum.
| Japanese Name | 大坂城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 大阪府 |
| Region | 近畿 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1583 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 34.6873, 135.5262 |