Osaka Detention House

Osaka Detention House is a correctional facility in Miyakojima Ward that serves as a detention center for Osaka Prefecture. The building houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates in separate sections organized by their security level and case status.

The facility was established as a prison under Ministry of Justice supervision and developed into one of Japan's major correctional institutions. It is one of seven locations in the country where capital punishment has been carried out.

Inmates participate in structured daily activities, including mandatory work assignments, with earnings deposited into accounts accessible upon their release.

Access to the facility is severely restricted and not open to the general public due to its operational nature. Visits require special authorization and can only be arranged in exceptional circumstances.

The facility provides translation services and specialized meals for international inmates to address their specific needs. This reflects how Japan adapts its correctional systems to serve a diverse population.

Location: Miyakojima Ward

Location: Osaka

Website: https://moj.go.jp/kyousei1/kyousei05_00097.html

GPS coordinates: 34.71503,135.52403

Latest update: December 6, 2025 15:00