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9:20
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Approx. 10-minutes walk
9:30
UMEDA SKY BUILDING
UMEDA SKY BUILDING

This skyscraper is famous for its unique shape of two connected buildings, 40 floors above ground and approximately 173 meters high. At the top of the skyscraper is a fully open rooftop observation deck that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the city of Osaka. The surrounding area is also home to the Wall of Hope, a huge green wall designed by architect Tadao Ando, and is popular as a lush green spot in the city.
SPOT INFO10:55
UMEDA SKY BUILDING
Approx. 5-minutes walk
11:00
GRAND FRONT OSAKA SHOPS & RESTAURANTS
GRAND FRONT OSAKA SHOPS & RESTAURANTS

Located in a terminal in the heart of Osaka. It is one of the largest commercial complexes in Japan, consisting of the South Wing and the North Wing, with approximately 260 stores, making it one of Osaka’s leading commercial facilities.
SPOT INFOTsuchiya Kaban

Established in 1965. The lineup includes bags made with high quality leather materials and crafted with reliable techniques by skilled Japanese craftsmen. The bags, which boast the quality of made-in-Japan products, are durable and the more you use them, the more you will grow attached to them. The store is located on the 1st floor of the North Building, and the school bag specialty store “DOGU-TEN Osaka” is on the 6th floor of the South Building.
12:25
GRAND FRONT OSAKA SHOPS & RESTAURANTS
Approx. 5-minutes walk
12:30
Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store
Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store

The entire building will be renovated and reopened in April 2022. The food section on the first basement floor, the bar alley on the second basement floor, and the large cafeteria on the ninth floor are all full of gourmet food. The thematic floor structure, including fashion, art, and culture, provides new information that transcends the department store.
SPOT INFODINING & BAR

This is an eating space where a wide variety of gourmet foods are available. It is a casual place to stop by during shopping, and in addition to sushi, curry, ramen, and tonkatsu, you can also taste sashimi, yakitori, gyoza, and other dishes along with sake and beer from lunch time.
HANSHIN FOOD MARKET

If you are looking for gourmet foods and souvenirs unique to Osaka, head to the “Food Hall” on the first basement floor. It is one of the largest “department stores” in the Kansai region, boasting an overwhelming selection of fresh foods, sweets, alcoholic beverages, side dishes, and other items that you may not be able to find anywhere else in the city.
15:10
Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store
Approx. 5-minutes walk
15:15
The Umeda Chair
The Umeda Chair

A huge red chair in the shape of the characters for “Umeda”. You can sit on the “田 (da)” part. It is a photo spot where you can take pictures with the Giant Ferris Wheel of “HEP FIVE” also in bright red in the background. If you visit Umeda, be sure to take a commemorative photo here!
15:40
The Umeda Chair
Approx. 1-minutes walk
15:45
HEP FIVE
HEP FIVE

This commercial complex houses approximately 170 stores, including fashion and general merchandise stores popular among the younger generation, as well as restaurants and amusement facilities. In the atrium space, a red whale parent-and-child objet d’art designed by artist Tatsuya Ishii swims.
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The red Giant Ferris Wheel, a landmark in Umeda with a diameter of 75 meters, is installed on top of a building. The gondola rises to a height of 106 meters above the ground, offering a panoramic view of the city of Osaka. Enjoy a 15-minute walk in the air in the middle of the city.
SPOT INFO16:40
HEP FIVE
Approx. 1-minutes walk
16:45
Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main Store
Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main Store

The world’s first terminal department store opened in 1929. It is one of the largest department stores in western Japan with a collection of domestic and foreign brands, and is a trendsetting base for fashion and beauty. If you enjoy shopping in Osaka, this is a spot you should not miss.
SPOT INFO17:55
Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main Store
Approx. 5-minutes walk
18:00
HANKYU SANBAN GAI
HANKYU SANBAN GAI

A commercial facility directly connected to Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station. It offers a wide variety of unique stores and restaurants, including fashion, general merchandise, hobby shops, and gourmet restaurants. Don’t miss the “HANKYU BRICK MUSEUM,” which displays the works of Japan’s only LEGO(R) certified professional builder.
SPOT INFOUMEDA FOOD HALL

A variety of popular restaurants of various genres are available, including quick and easy menus, hearty stamina foods, and sweets. With approximately 1,000 seats, including sofas, counter seats, and tables, the restaurant can be used in a variety of styles, whether by yourself or with small children.
SPOT INFO19:25
HANKYU SANBAN GAI
Approx. 5-minutes walk
19:30
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Though conveniently located at the center of Umeda, Osaka, this hotel is completely free of the hustle and bustle of the city. Its amazing location makes it a prime base for sightseeing anywhere.
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