HANKYU SANBAN GAI is a large shopping complex directly connected to Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station.

It offers a wide range of stores, including fashion, lifestyle goods, hobbies, interior goods, and gourmet food, making it a perfect place for shopping, finding souvenirs, and dining.

In this article, we’ll thoroughly introduce must-visit gourmet spots, popular Japanese character goods shops, recommended items to buy, access tips, and more—everything international visitors should check before visiting!

HANKYU SANBAN GAI is conveniently accessible not only from Hankyu Railway but also from Hanshin Railway, JR lines, and Osaka Metro stations. Since all the stations are connected via underground pathways, you don’t have to worry about the weather even after a long shopping spree.

If you’re coming from Hanshin, JR, or Osaka Metro stations, simply follow the signs pointing toward “Hankyu Line.” (Please note: Some signs may not mention “Hankyu Sanbangai” directly.)

Once you arrive at Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station, HANKYU SANBAN GAI is located right beneath you!

For detailed directions from each station to Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station, please refer to the link below.

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Osaka Umeda train station guide. How to get to Hankyu Osaka-umeda station and Hanshin Osaka-Umeda Station from any station in Umeda.

・Business Hours

[Shops] 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

[Cafés and Restaurants] 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

・Closed

Open almost year-round, but it may close a few Wednesdays each year.

Please note that operating hours may vary by store, and there could be special hours during New Year’s holidays. We recommend checking the official website in advance for the latest updates.

The landmark to look for when finding Hankyu Sanbangai is the 1st-floor concourse of Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station. This is the concourse located in front of Kinokuniya Bookstore [South Building 1F]. The large digital signage area in front of it is a popular meeting spot known as “BIGMAN.”

HANKYU SANBAN GAI is divided into two parts: North Building and South Building.

The photo below shows the view from outside on the ground level. The road under Hankyu Railway’s overpass separates the two: the South Building is on the left, and the North Building, home to the Hankyu Highway Bus Terminal, is on the right.

Important Tip: You cannot move between the North and South Buildings on the B1 floor.

The two buildings are connected only at the ground floor and B2 floor.

Since the structure is quite complex, first-time visitors are recommended to use B2 for easier navigation.

The floors in both North and South Buildings range from B2 up to the second floor.

[Main Stores and Categories by Floor]

■North Building

2F: Hankyu Railway Osaka-Umeda Station ticket gates, Francfranc

1F: Francfranc, partial KIDDY LAND, fashion, lifestyle goods, cafés, Hankyu Expressway Bus Terminal

B1: KIDDY LAND, Nitori DECO HOME

B2: UMEDA FOOD HALL

■South Building

2F: Hankyu Railway Osaka-Umeda Station ticket gates, Tempura Makino

1F: Kinokuniya Bookstore, Umecha Koji / Hankyu Used Book Market, fashion accessories and tax-free counter

B1: Chiikawa Land, Café HERBS, fashion, fashion accessories, beauty, Information Center

B2: Restaurants and cafés

Since it’s easy to get lost inside HANKYU SANBAN GAI, it’s highly recommended to check the floor map upon arrival.

If you need help, feel free to ask at the Information Center located on B1 of South Building, near the escalator in front of Kinokuniya Bookstore.

HANKYU SANBAN GAI is not only easily accessible by train, but also very convenient for highway bus users.

The highway bus terminal is located on the first floor of North Building, underneath the Hankyu Railway overpass (across the street from Kinokuniya Bookstore).

From this bus terminal, you can travel to various destinations across Japan, including Arima Onsen, Kinosaki Onsen, and Amanohashidate—all reachable as day trips from Osaka Umeda—as well as farther cities like Tokyo, Nagano, and Matsuyama.

The terminal is equipped with coin lockers large enough for suitcases, a ticket counter, and convenience shops.

▶Hankyu Expressway Bus Official Website

Hankyu Sanbangai also serves as a stop for limousine buses to and from KIX and ITM Airport.

Please note:
The limousine bus stops for the airports are different from the highway bus terminal. They are located on the 1st floor of the South Building of Hankyu Sanbangai (the side where Kinokuniya Bookstore is located).

For more details about the bus stops, please refer to the article below.

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If you are visiting Hankyu Sanbangai as an international traveler, be sure to first stop by the Information Counter on the B1 floor of the South Building!

Here, by presenting your passport and showing the coupon page from the official website, you can receive a special ¥500 discount coupon for international visitors, valid with a purchase of ¥3,000 or more.

It’s perfect for saving money on dining and shopping — don’t miss out!

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One of the biggest pleasures at Hankyu Sanbangai is definitely the food! Out of about 250 shops in total, nearly 120 shops are restaurants, cafés, and other gourmet spots.

Mainly centered on B2, you’ll find a wide variety of dining options. From popular restaurants perfect for lunch or dinner serving ramen, sukiyaki, tempura, Western dishes, and tonkatsu, to cafés like “HERBS” (South Building B1F) famous for its mille-crêpes, and delightful matcha cafés – a diverse range of culinary genres are gathered here.

Among them, some especially popular spots include the ramen shop “Dotonbori Kamukura” (South Building 1F), “Shabu-Sai” for all-you-can-eat sukiyaki and shabu-shabu, and “Tempura Makino,” which always has a queue.

Also, the “UMEDA FOOD HALL” on [North Building B2F] is incredibly convenient and one of the largest food halls in Umeda!

It features about 18 different eateries offering everything from Udon noodles and seafood bowls to ramen and kushiage (deep-fried skewers), with a total seating capacity of around 1,000. It’s a real lifesaver when you’re not sure what to eat, so be sure to check it out!

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If you’re a fan of Japanese anime or characters, a visit to KIDDY LAND Osaka Umeda store inside Hankyu Sanbangai is absolutely a must! This is the largest store in Osaka Umeda specializing in character goods.

You can find KIDDY LAND Osaka Umeda store on Basement Level 1 of the North Building in Hankyu Sanbangai (with a part also on the 1st floor of the North Building).

＜Main Character Shops within KIDDY LAND Osaka Umeda Store＞

• Rilakkuma Store
• Sumikko Gurashi SHOP
• miffy style
• Kapibarasan Kyurutto Shop
• SNOOPY TOWN
• Jackie’s Marché
• Koupen-chan’s Shop
• Donguri Republic (Character shop for Studio Ghibli works)

Beyond these, they also sell character goods for Sanrio characters, Kirby, and so many others that they can’t all be listed here! You’re sure to get absorbed in choosing goods and lose track of time!

Note: “Chiikawa Land” has relocated to the South Building B1F of Hankyu Sanbangai.

From the many shops in Hankyu Sanbangai, we’ve researched and selected those especially popular with international visitors!

Kinokuniya Bookstore Umeda Main Store [South Building 1F]

This is the largest major bookstore in Osaka Umeda.

Located directly on the 1st-floor concourse of the South Building, you’ll have no trouble finding it.

It’s a highly popular store among international visitors, with the Japanese manga, art, tea ceremony, and handicraft sections being particularly well-regarded.

Ball&Chain Hankyu Sanbangai Store [South Building 1F]

Located on the 1st floor of the South Building, right in front of Kinokuniya Bookstore, is “Ball & Chain”, where their pop and stylish embroidered bags are incredibly popular!

With a rich variety of designs and colors, these bags are highly useful for daily use thanks to their large capacity combined with being lightweight and compact. We recommend having several to match your fashion coordination!

Bags incorporating Japanese motifs are also available and make perfect souvenirs!

Maremare Pumpshop Japan Craft Hankyu Sanbangai Store [South Building 1F]

“Maremare Pumpshop Japan Craft” is a popular store specializing in high-quality, Japanese-made shoes carefully crafted by Japanese artisans.

The reason for their popularity is the truly comfortable fit that satisfies even those with high insteps and wide feet! They use soft domestic synthetic leather, designed to fit gently and securely on your feet, making them less likely to slip off. We even recommend buying a pair if your feet get tired while traveling!

They offer pumps and casual shoes in basic designs that are versatile for various occasions, and many people come back to buy them again and again for their long-lasting comfort.

The store is located along the “Umechayako-ji / Hankyu Used Book Street,” to the east of Kinokuniya Bookstore.

Umechayako-ji / Hankyu Used Book Street

This charming street, located to the east of Kinokuniya Bookstore, is lined with quaint used bookstores and antique art shops. You can find works such as Ukiyo-e prints and calligraphy here, making it a wonderful spot to immerse yourself in Japanese culture.

Beyond that, we also recommend checking out tax-free eligible drugstores like “Cocokara Fine” and “Kyoei Drugstore” (both located on South Building B1F). For interior goods and home furnishings, don’t miss “Francfranc” (North Building 1F, 2F). And at the stylish 100-yen shop “Kitchen Kitchen” (South Building B2F), you can discover a fantastic selection of convenient kitchenware and adorable lifestyle goods – it’s highly recommended!

Around 40 stores are eligible for tax-free shopping, including Kinokuniya Bookstore and Francfranc, as well as drugstores, fashion boutiques, innerwear shops, miscellaneous goods stores, and more.

For further details, please check the official Hankyu Sanbangai website.

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At Hankyu Sanbangai, most stores (with the exception of some) accept various credit cards and electronic money (including Union Pay, Alipay, and WeChat Pay). You can also feel secure if you need cash, as foreign currency exchange machines are installed within Hankyu Sanbangai.

[South Building 1F] Next to Kinokuniya Bookstore

[South Building 1F] In front of Tully’s Coffee

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