Must-Visit Spot in Osaka: Osaka Castle Park

Step into a Studio Ghibli-like Fantasy World 🏯✨ 🚇 Transportation Guide [The Best Route to Avoid Detours] ▫️ Take the JR Loop Line to "Osaka Castle Park" Station. Exit from the south gate and walk straight for 10 minutes to reach the main entrance (but it's super crowded! Trust me, head to the west side "Sakura Gate" entrance instead—fewer people and better views). 🎫 Tickets [Money-Saving Tips] ▫️ The outer park area is free. ▫️ Entry to the castle tower costs 600 yen (there's an elevator—perfect for the lazy!). Consider getting the Osaka Amazing Pass (2,700 yen for access to 38 attractions). ▫️ Note: Nishinomaru Garden is closed from October to March! 🗺️ [Local's Recommended Route] Sakura Gate → Hokoku Shrine (for financial blessings) → San-no-maru Plaza (bamboo grove and stone walls) → Otemon Ruins → Time Capsule Monument → Castle Tower → Moat Circular Route ⚠️ Important: The castle tower closes at 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM. 📸 [Top Photo Spots] ✔️ San-no-maru Plaza Bamboo Grove: At 3 PM, sunlight filters through the bamboo leaves, turning the stone walls into an ink painting 🎋 ✔️ Otemon Ruins: Use the broken castle gate as a frame for a stunning full view of the castle tower 📷 ✔️ Aotemon Ruins: Modern glass buildings juxtaposed with ancient castle walls create a cyberpunk vibe 🤖 💣 [Avoid These Pitfalls] ❌ Don't rent an audio guide at the main entrance! There's a vending machine at the Sakura Gate entrance with a Chinese version that's 100 yen cheaper. ❌ Skip the grilled squid sold inside the park! It's overpriced and too salty. Instead, head to "Osaka Business Park" Station for some amazing takoyaki 🐙💛