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Osaka Castle Mystery Quest 2025

Osaka Castle Mystery Quest 2025 is a real-life historical puzzle game set in Osaka Castle Park, inviting participants to uncover the hidden intentions behind Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s legendary castle. As players walk through Osaka Castle Park and the Nishinomaru Garden, they step into a story-driven adventure that blends history, mystery, and hands-on problem solving. This edition features newly designed puzzles filled with clever mechanisms, including activities that involve folding paper and using special tools, creating an immersive experience that engages all the senses. Supervised by the editorial team of a history entertainment magazine, the event combines historically inspired storytelling with intellectual challenges. Surrounded by the atmosphere of Osaka Castle, participants can enjoy a unique cultural journey that merges sightseeing, learning, and a sophisticated puzzle experience designed for adults who enjoy thoughtful entertainment.

Schedule

2025–2026

Friday, October 3 – Tuesday, June 30

Osaka Castle Mystery Quest 2025

Time

October and March–June 9:00〜15:30 (Final answer submission 16:00)
November–February 9:00〜15:00 (Final answer submission 15:30)

Closed on Mondays
If Monday is a national holiday, the event is closed on the following weekday

Year-end and New Year break
Sunday, December 28 – Monday, January 5

Venue

Osaka Castle Park and Nishinomaru Garden
Located in Chuo Ward, Osaka City. The venue can be reached on foot from Tanimachiyonchome Station or Tenmabashi Station on the Osaka Metro lines. Access is also available from Morinomiya Station and Osakajokoen Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line. As the experience involves walking over a wide area, comfortable shoes are recommended.

Admission

Participation fee 1,500 yen
The fee includes admission to Nishinomaru Garden for one participant.
Tickets are available through eplus or at the on-site Nishinomaru Garden reception.
The puzzle kit includes a coupon usable at Miraiza Osaka Castle.

Organizer

Mash Co., Ltd.
Historical Real-Life Puzzle Game Division

Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025

Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025 supported by SUNTORY will transform Osaka Castle Park into a brand-new foodie hotspot from April to October. More than thirty restaurants will rotate throughout the event, bringing together Michelin-recognized dishes, Osaka’s beloved soul food, and long-line favorites from across Japan. Exclusive menus created just for the expo will also appear, making every visit a new culinary adventure. With free entry and a festive atmosphere, this event promises to become the ultimate destination for food lovers from around the world during Expo year.

Date

Saturday, April 12 – Monday, October 13
Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025