Osaka Castle Playground — Attraction in Osaka

We stumbled upon the playground at Osaka Castle Park while exploring the area, and it ended up being a highlight for our kids. It’s spacious, clean, and well-maintained. There’s lots of open space to run around, and place nearby for parents to relax.

What makes it extra special is the backdrop—you’re playing in the shadow of Osaka Castle, surrounded by trees and greenery. It’s especially nice in the morning or late afternoon when it’s not too hot. Easy to access from nearby train stations and a great spot to break up a day of sightseeing if you're traveling with...

Located less den 200m away from morinomiya subway station, we brought our 3 year old there around 3plus on a weekday afternoon before walking the castle grounds. It was a windy day and climbing up the steps to take the giant roller slide was cold after a few rounds. However it was worth it as we have never tried this kind of slide in our lives, not to mention it’s free! There are vending machines on site, as well as a water cooler and some benches.

There is also a paid facility enclosed for younger kids just beside it. Convenience store and a Starbucks is...

Wow. An amazing dining experience! The owner was extremely polite and accommodating even though we did not speak Japanese and there was an obvious communication barrier. Their patience was amazing. The unagi was fresh and grilled to perfection. We also had grilled oysters which they initially did not have but made an immense effort to have some fresh ones delivered to the restaurant. Simply out of this world! If I could...