Houkoku Shrine

Hōkoku Jinja

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Houkoku Shrine, located within Osaka Castle Park, enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the unifier of Japan. Beyond its convenient location next to Osaka Castle, it boasts highlights such as a magnificent statue of Hideyoshi and the "Shuseki-teien" garden designed by the renowned landscape architect, Shigemori Mirei.

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HighlightsShrine dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi
Prime location next to Osaka Castle
Magnificent statue of Hideyoshi
The "Shuseki-teien" garden designed by Shigemori Mirei
A place steeped in historical romance

Basic Information

Address: 2-1 Osaka-jo, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Search for tourist attractions in Osaka

Access: About a 15-minute walk from Morinomiya Station on the Osaka Loop Line and Osaka Metro (Chuo Line and Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line). About a 20-minute walk from Tanimachi Yonchome Station on the Osaka Metro (Chuo Line and Tanimachi Line). About a 15-minute walk from Osaka Business Park Station on the Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line. Accessible via Osaka City Bus (Baba-cho and Otemae bus stops). Osaka Castle Road Train: Sakuramonmae stop (directly in front). Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:50 PM

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: The grounds are expansive, offering ample opportunity for a pleasant stroll.

HP: http://www.osaka-hokokujinja.org/

Overview

Houkoku Shrine, located within Osaka Castle Park, is a captivating shrine dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and its proximity to Osaka Castle adds to its charm. Originally built in Meiji era on Nakanoshima, it was relocated to Osaka Castle after World War II. The shrine's location on the former site of Hideyoshi's power base adds a romantic and historical touch, appealing to history buffs and casual visitors alike. The shrine grounds feature a striking statue of Hideyoshi, and the must-see "Shuseki-teien" garden designed by Shigemori Mirei, a prominent landscape architect of the Showa era. Named "Shuseki-teien" (秀石庭), combining "Hideyoshi's Hide" (秀) and "ishiyama" (石山), the ancient name for the Osaka Castle area, the garden represents Hideyoshi's powerful spirit. The design concept emphasizes a "marine expression without plants," reflecting Osaka's historical development as a port city. The stone garden mimics the topography of Ishiyamas, incorporating elements of traditional Japanese garden design with a unique interpretation of "Iwazakura" (磐座, rock formations revered as sacred), creating a powerful visual representation of the historical site. The shrine also houses a treasure hall displaying some of Hideyoshi's belongings and has a wedding hall on the grounds. Be sure to visit Houkoku Shrine when exploring Osaka Castle.