Sankō Shrine, Osaka

Name: Sankō Shrine
Address: 14-90 Tamatsukurihommachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, 543-0013, Japan
Telephone: +81 6-6761-0372

#60 among attractions in Osaka

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Sankō Shrine is a Shinto shrine on a hill named Mt. Sanada in Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan. It is notable for being the possible location of a legendary tunnel used during the 17th century Siege of Osaka. ()

Local name: 三光神社 Established: V centuryCoordinates: 34°40'23"N, 135°31'44"E

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14-90 Tamatsukurihommachi, Tennoji-ku天王寺区 (tian wang si qu)Osaka 543-0013 Japan

Contact

+81 6-6761-0372

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Sankō Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Osaka Castle, Osaka Castle Park, Museum of History, Osaka-jō Hall.

1 miN
Renowned, historic castle with a museum
Osaka Castle, Osaka
26 min walk • Osaka Castle, a historic fortress nestled in the heart of Osaka, Japan, stands as a testament to the country's rich feudal history. Constructed in 1583 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a prominent daimyo and warrior, this iconic structure symbolizes power and fortitude.
0.9 miN
Large urban park with gardens and a castle
Osaka Castle Park, Osaka
24 min walk • Osaka Castle Park, a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Osaka, Japan, is an emblematic site that combines rich history with scenic beauty. The park, centered around the majestic Osaka Castle, offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of...
0.8 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Museum of History, Osaka
21 min walk • The Museum of History in Osaka, Japan, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and historical narrative of the region. This modern institution, strategically located adjacent to Osaka Castle, provides a deep dive into the past, from ancient times to the...
1.2 miN
Music venue, Nightlife, Sport venue
Osaka-jō Hall, Osaka
30 min walk • Osaka-jō Hall, an iconic music venue in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. This expansive arena, nestled within the verdant surroundings of Osaka Castle Park, was inaugurated in 1983 and has since been a...
0.8 miN
Historic Shinto shrine to Japanese ruler
Hōkoku Shrine, Osaka
20 min walk • Hōkoku Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Osaka, Japan. It is one of several Toyokuni shrines built in honor of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is part of the Osaka Castle Park.
0.9 miN
Museum
Osaka City Museum, Osaka
23 min walk • Osaka City Museum is a former museum dedicated to the history of Ōsaka, Japan. Located in the former headquarters of the 4th Division of the Imperial Japanese Army in Osaka Castle Park, the ground floor opened to the public in December 1960, with the special exhibition Momoyama Culture.
0.6 miN
Museum, History museum
Peace Osaka, Osaka
16 min walk • The Osaka International Peace Center, also known as Peace Osaka, is a peace museum established in August 1991 based in the city of Osaka, Japan.
0.8 miNW
Memorial
Kyoikuto, Osaka
20 min walk • The Kyoikuto, or the Education Tower is a memorial tower located in Osaka Castle Park in Chuo Ward, Osaka City. It serves as a memorial for the victims of Muroto typhoon in 1934.
1.3 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Taihei-ji, Osaka
33 min walk • Taihei-ji is a Buddhist temple in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. It was founded in about 1555, and it is affiliated with Sōtō Buddhism.
1.3 miSW
Universities and schools
Osaka Yuhigaoka Gakuen Junior College, Osaka
33 min walk • Osaka Yuhigaoka Gakuen Junior College is a private women's junior college in Osaka, Osaka, Japan, established in 1950.
1.2 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Bunraku Theatre, Osaka
31 min walk • The National Bunraku Theatre is a complex consisting of two halls and an exhibition room, located in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan. The complex was opened in 1984 as the fourth national theatre of the country, to become the headquarters of bunraku.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sankō Shrine?

Nearby attractions include Sanada Maru, Osaka (1 min walk), Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine, Osaka (9 min walk), Octopus stone, Osaka (15 min walk), Peace Osaka, Osaka (16 min walk).

How to get to Sankō Shrine by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sankō Shrine:

Metro

Tamatsukuri • Lines: N (4 min walk)
Tsuruhashi • Lines: S (13 min walk)

Train

Tamatsukuri (6 min walk)
Tsuruhashi (14 min walk)

Bus

Temmabashi • Lines: 10, 31, 62 (35 min walk)