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Osaka Museum of History

, Osaka, Osaka

Description

The Osaka Museum of History documents the various periods of the city's history, starting from the time of the Naniwanomiya Palace (7th century AD), a recreation of which is exhibited on the top floor. Going down floors, visitors will be consecutively immersed in the Edo Period, archaeological exhibits (there are some ruins in the basement floor as well), and the first part of the 20th century (late Taisho and early Showa period).

Access & Transport

The museum is at the southwest corner of the Osaka Castle moat, about 3.5km from Umeda train station. The Tanimachiyonchome Station (Chuo and Tanimachi lines) is right behind the museum's building.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this attraction with the Osaka Castle, right next to it. There is a combined ticket option (1,000 yen).

Meta review

This museum is seldom on the shortlist of things to see in travel blogs and guides. Online reviews are positive without being exceptional in any way and state that it should mostly please history buffs although they also acknowledge it is quite engaging for children as well with some special activities and exhibits for them. Overall, the dioramas are described as excellent and the highlight is without doubt the reproduction of Naniwa Palace on the top floor. Good feedback around staff friendliness and helpfulness.

Environmental & Social

No environmental data. Some electricity consumption (cooling/heating and lighting). Helps spread culture

Conclusion

The museum has elected an original way to present the city's history, this will suit the younger ones and those with broad interests but history buffs may feel a little short-changed by the lack of in-depth content, especially given the topic is a narrow one. As a results, even though the content is somewhat interesting, the museum is a secondary attraction.

Key positive

Visually engaging

Key negative

Lacks data and linkage between the periods exhibited

Suitability

Suitable for all ages but best for children aged 10 and above. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed for NY break 28 Dec - 04 Jan

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Monday09:30 - 17:00

Tuesday -

Wednesday09:30 - 17:00

Thursday09:30 - 17:00

Friday09:30 - 17:00

Saturday09:30 - 17:00

Sunday09:30 - 17:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
JP¥600
Adult
18 - 64
JP¥600
Teen & Young
15 - 17
JP¥400
Child
3 - 14
JP¥0
Infant
0 - 2
JP¥0
High school and university students ¥400. Age thresholds are unclear

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