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MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO

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MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO

Reuse of a historical building looking up in front of Tower of Osaka Castle.

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A complex of historical buildings located in the plaza in front of the Tower of Osaka Castle. Built in 1931, the former army office building has an eye-catching, stately exterior reminiscent of an old medieval castle in Europe. Inside, the upper walls are decorated with vivid ornaments, and the corner towers on the front and four corners still retain the atmosphere of the past.

Currently, four floors from the basement to the third floor are open to the public, and on weekends, they are crowded with mainly tourists. The restaurant "BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE" equipped with a rooftop terrace overlooking Osaka Castle and "THE CONAMON BAR RIKYU'' offering Osaka's specialty takoyaki in a stylish space as well as a gift shop "Osaka Castle Honjin" where original goods typical of Osaka Castle are lined up are open for business.

Enjoy shopping and relaxing in a delicious atmosphere while reflecting on the history and culture that the buildings have taken over the years.

Highlights

  • A complex facility that reuses historical buildings within Osaka Castle Park.
  • Restaurants, bars, and souvenir stores are open for business.
  • The structure was built in 1931 and designed to resemble an old European castle.

Photos

  • Inside the museum with stained glass windows.

    Inside the museum with stained glass windows.

  • Renovation of a stately historic building.

    Renovation of a stately historic building.

  • BBQ to be enjoyed at the BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE restaurant.

    BBQ to be enjoyed at the BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE restaurant.

  • Popular takoyaki at The Konamon Bar Rikyu.

    Popular takoyaki at The Konamon Bar Rikyu.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
A

Yes, we can (available for English information service).

Q

Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
A

There are no particular admission restrictions during business hours (*Except for some stores).

Q

Is free WiFi available in the facility?
A

Osaka Free Wi-Fi (1F shared space).

Q

Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?
A

Basically, only take-out from restaurants in the facility is allowed.

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Not available.

Q

Are there any discounted tickets available?
A

No.

Reviews

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Some reviews are AI-translated.

  • Gina C
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    MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO was originally the former Imperial Japanese Army 4th Division Headquarters, and the building itself has a unique history. After the war, it was used as the Osaka City Museum. Once the museum relocated, the building was renovated and reopened in 2017 as a multipurpose facility with restaurants, cafés, and souvenir shops. I never expected such a stately-looking historic building to have served so many different purposes!

  • Linda Liao
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    MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO, located within Osaka Castle, is more than just a commercial facility—it is also a historic building worth noticing. Built in 1931 to commemorate Emperor Showa’s enthronement, it originally served as the headquarters of the Fourth Division. Its exterior was deliberately designed in the style of a medieval European castle, with distinctive corner towers and massive walls. After the war, it was used by the police and later became the Osaka City Museum. Today, it houses restaurants, shops, and exhibition spaces, and the rooftop offers a close-up view of Osaka Castle’s main tower.

Details

Name in Japanese
MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO（ミライザ大阪城）
Postal Code
540-0002
Address
MIRAIZA OSAKA-JO 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
Telephone
06-6755-4320
Holidays
Irregular holidays (Varies by store)
Hours
BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE: lunch 11:00am-5:00pm, dinner 5:00pm-10:00pm (seasonal operation)
Osaka Castle Honjin: 9:00am-5:30pm
THE KONAMON BAR RIKYU: 9:00am-6:00pm (last order 5:30pm)
Admission
Free
Directions
About an 18-minute walk from Osakajokoen Station on the JR Loop Line.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)
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