Tsurumi-ku, Osaka

#179 among attractions in Osaka

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Tsurumi is one of 24 wards of Osaka, Japan. It is best known for its large parkland, Tsurumi-Ryokuchi, the site of the 1990 International Garden Exposition. ()

Alternative names: Area: 3.15 mi²Coordinates: 34°42'15"N, 135°34'27"E

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東大阪 (鶴見区)Osaka Japan

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Tsurumi-ku – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Osaka Castle, Osaka Castle Park, Osaka-jō Hall, Hōkoku Shrine.

3 miSW
Renowned, historic castle with a museum
Osaka Castle, Osaka
76 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.
2.9 miSW
Large urban park with gardens and a castle
Osaka Castle Park, Osaka
74 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...
2.7 miW
Music venue, Nightlife, Sport venue
Osaka-jō Hall, Osaka
69 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...
3 miSW
Historic Shinto shrine to Japanese ruler
Hōkoku Shrine, Osaka
77 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.
0.4 miN
Park, Nature and wildlife, Garden
Sakuya Konohana Kan, Osaka
11 min walk • The Sakuya Konohana Kan is a botanical garden set within one of the world's largest greenhouses, located in Tsurumi Ryokuchi park at 2-163 Ryokuchi Koen, Tsurumi-ku, Osaka, Japan. It is open daily except Mondays; an admission fee is charged.
3 miSW
Museum
Osaka City Museum, Osaka
77 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.
2.9 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Fujita Art Museum, Osaka
73 min walk • The Fujita Art Museum is one of the largest private collections in the Kansai region. The collection was assembled by Fujita Denzaburō and his descendants. It was installed in a storehouse on the family property in Osaka.
2.9 miSW
Museum, History museum
Peace Osaka, Osaka
76 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.
3.2 miSW
Memorial
Kyoikuto, Osaka
83 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.
3.1 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine, Osaka
80 min walk • Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the Shinto kami Inari. Its construction can be traced to 12 BCE, and Inari was enshrined there by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 1580s to protect Osaka Castle.
2.3 miN
City, Area
Moriguchi, Osaka
60 min walk • Moriguchi is a city located in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 December 2021, the city had an estimated population of 142,655 in 73353 households and a population density of 11,000 persons per km². The total area of the city is 12.71 square kilometres.