June 28, 2019
Mabuhay!
This is a photo and video journal of day 3- Part 1 of our group travel adventure in Japan - a unique but incredible country, featuring our visit to the Osaka Castle and Garden Complex in Osaka, Japan.
Strolling Higashi-Shinshaibaishi
Today's travel adventure will start in our accommodation in Grandouce Higashi-Shinshaibaishi followed by a group hike to the train station.
Getting There
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| Osaka Castle Complex is 45 minute -train ride from Higashi-Shinshibaishi |
Another Train Ride to Osaka Castle Complex
The Osaka Castle Complex
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| Panoramic view of the park |
The Osaka Castle
This famous landmark, not only in Osaka but also in Japan, was built by Hideyoshi Toyotomi in 1583.
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| The towering view of the castle amidst the cherry blossoms is really spectacular. |
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| The stone fortress is really massive enough to deter any invading enemies |
Osakajo Park
The moat around the castle
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| Every entrance to the castle is heavily guarded |
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| Hideyoshi Toyotomi (1537-1598), was a powerful feudal lord and warrior during the Sengoku period. He constructed the Osaka Castle in 1583 |
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| Osaka Castle Toyokuni Shrine Torii |
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| The Hokoku Shrine |
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| The intricate architectural details of the shrine are really breathtaking. |
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| Un-gyo Komainu lion-dog with the mouth closed |
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