Kita (Umeda)

Northern downtown of Osaka

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The Kita (�L�^, "North") district, also known as Umeda (�~�c), is one of Osaka's two main city centers. It is located around the large station complex that comprises Osaka and Umeda stations. Kita's counterpart is Minami (�~�i�~, "South") around Namba Station. Besides being Osaka's busiest transportation hub and a bustling business district, Kita also offers an abundance of shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment, including several department stores and an expansive network of underground shopping malls.

The Umeda district has been undergoing a major facelift over the past years, and more improvements are scheduled to happen. JR Osaka Station was transformed from one of Japan's darkest and most cramped into one of the country's most pleasant. Furthermore, the expansive freight rail yard north of the station is being redeveloped into a new, modern city district. A first part of the huge redevelopment project was completed with the opening of the Grand Front Osaka complex in 2013 and the second part, Grand Green Osaka, is currently being opened step-by-step and expected to be completed in 2027.

Osaka Station City

Shops: typically 10:00 to 20:00
Restaurants: typically 11:00 to 23:00

Opened in 2011, Osaka Station City is the transportation, shopping, entertainment and business complex that surrounds and includes JR Osaka Station. The station's lavish new design is represented by a giant glass roof high above the train platforms.
Grand Green Osaka

Grand Green Osaka is a large redevelopment northwest of JR Osaka Station, featuring green space in the form of Umekita Park and several skyscrapers with shops, restaurants and hotels. Some parts of the complex are still under constructions and expected to be fully completed in spring 2027.
Grand Front Osaka

Shops: typically 11:00 to 21:00
Restaurants: typically 11:00 to 23:00

Opened in 2013 north of Osaka Station, Grand Front Osaka consists of multiple, connected high rise buildings and offers a wide variety of shops and restaurants, as well as offices, residential space, small parks and the Intercontinental Hotel Osaka.
Links Umeda

Hours: typically 10:00 to 21:00
Yodobashi: 9:30 to 22:00

Links Umeda is yet another shopping complex adjacent to Osaka Station, featuring fashion and lifestyle shops. Half of the complex is made up of Yodobashi Camera Umeda, a huge electronics store.
Umeda Sky Building

Observatory Hours: 9:30 to 22:30
Observatory Admission: 2000 yen

Northwest of Osaka Station is Shin Umeda City, a building complex centering around the Umeda Sky Building, a spectacular 173 meter tall skyscraper opened in 1993 with an open-air observation deck on its roof. The skyscraper next to the Umeda Sky Building houses the Westin Osaka hotel.
Kitte Osaka (JP Tower)

Shops: 11:00 to 20:00
Restaurants: typically 11:00 to 23:00

Kitte Osaka is the shopping and dining complex in the lower floors of the JP Tower Osaka, which opened in 2024. It features many shops and restaurants from the various prefectures of Japan. The upper floors are occupied by the luxury Osaka Station Hotel.
Department stores

Hours: typically 10:00 to 20:00

There are a number of major department stores in the Kita area including Hankyu, Hanshin, Daimaru and Isetan Mitsukoshi. Some of the stores share their names with the local train companies as the trains and department stores belong to the same company groups.
HEP (Hankyu Entertainment Park)

Hours: 11:00 to 21:00 (Ferris wheel and restaurants until 23:00)

HEP is a large shopping and entertainment complex east of the Hankyu department store. A Ferris wheel emerges from the roof of the complex, which houses over 300 shops and restaurants.
Underground shopping

Hours: typically 10:00 to 22:00

Below the streets of Umeda and between the various stations and department stores sprawls an extensive network of interconnected shopping malls housing literally hundreds of shops and restaurants of all kinds. There is a mix of famous fashion brands and cheaper shops, as well as eateries selling various types of food.
Shopping arcades

Bars and restaurants typically open from 17:00 until after midnight

To the east of Osaka Station lies a network of covered shopping arcades that stretch in different directions. Besides shops, the arcades feature a lot of izakaya, bars and restaurants offering Japanese and international cuisines. Whilst many establishments are open during the day, the area really comes to life in the evenings.
Kitashinchi District

Kitashinchi comes to life after 18:00

For those who find the newly developed dining areas of Osaka Station City and Grand Front Osaka a little too modern and sterile, the Kitashinchi entertainment district, located south of and within walking distance of Osaka Station, provides a good alternative with its hundreds of restaurants, bars and night clubs.
Nakazakicho District

Cafes and shops are open all day, typically from around 11:00

This quaint neighborhood to the east of Osaka Station is a warren of narrow streets and alleys lined with cool cafes, craft shops and used clothes stores. Popular with the hipster crowd, the neighborhood is great for relaxing exploration and a cup of coffee after visiting the more bustling commercial area to the west.

The Osaka/Umeda station complex is the busiest in western Japan, shared by four different railway companies. It consists of multiple separate stations:

Above ground:
- Osaka Station (Japan Railways; includes some underground tracks)
- Osaka-Umeda Station (Hankyu Railway)
Underground:
- Osaka-Umeda Station (Hanshin Railway)
- Umeda Station (Midosuji Subway Line)
- Nishi-Umeda Station (Yotsubashi Subway Line)
- Higashi-Umeda Station (Tanimachi Subway Line)

From Shin-Osaka Station

4 minutes, 180 yen by frequently departing JR trains. Alternatively, the Midosuji Subway Line takes 6 minutes and costs 240 yen.

From Namba Station

8 minutes, 240 yen by Midosuji or Yotsubashi subway lines.

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- InterContinental Hotel Osaka by IHG
  Luxury
  
  Only a 5-minute walk from JR Osaka Train Station, InterContinental Osaka is located at the Grand Front Osaka. This 5-star hotel boasts 5 dining options, a 24-hour fitness centre and an indoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available at the entire property and guests can enjoy refreshing massages during their luxurious stay. Umeda Station on the Midosuji Line is a 7-minute stroll from the hotel. Offering views of Osaka city from the 20th floor, Pierre restaurant serves exquisite contemporary French dishes. All Day Dining serves a buffet with various international dishes, drinks are available at Adee Bar and Lounge. Osaka InterContinental Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Osaka Castle and a 20-minute drive from Universal Studios Japan. Shin Osaka Station and Namba Station are both a 15-minute train ride away. Kansai International Airport is a 60-minute express train ride from JR Osaka Station.
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- THE OSAKA STATION HOTEL, Autograph Collection
  Luxury
  
  Prime City Centre Location
  THE OSAKA STATION HOTEL, Autograph Collection in Osaka offers a convenient location with a view. Grand Front Osaka is a 6-minute walk away, while Osaka Station lies 300 metres nearby. Umeda Station is a 7-minute walk, and Itami Airport is 17 km from the property.
  Exceptional Facilities
  Guests enjoy a fitness centre, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lift, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, electric vehicle charging station, full-day security, room service, meeting rooms, and luggage storage.
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Rooms feature air-conditioning, bathrobes, streaming services, private bathrooms, city views, and modern amenities such as minibars and work desks. Interconnected rooms and sofas are available for added comfort.
  Dining Experience
  The hotel offers a buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Dining options include Japanese, European, and barbecue grill cuisines.
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- The Ritz-Carlton Osaka
  Luxury
  
  Featuring a classic European-style decor, The Ritz-Carlton Osaka is conveniently located just a 7-minute walk from JR Osaka Station and a 5-minute walk from Nishi-Umeda Subway Station. This hotel boasts 5 dining options including a Michelin starred French restaurant, as well as a large meeting room. Elegantly decorated, spacious rooms are all located on the 24th floor and above. Rooms feature a stunning view of varying heights. Guests staying in the Club rooms have access to the exclusive Club Lounge. JR Shin Osaka Shinkansen (bullet train) Station is a 3-minute train ride from JR Osaka Station. Lively Namba and Dotonbori area can be reached within a 7-minute subway ride.
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- Harmonie Embrassee
  Mid-range
  
  Situated in Osaka, Harmonie Embrassee offers free WiFi access throughout the property. This 4-star accommodation is located just a 3-minute walk from Hankyu Umeda Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Osaka Station. Each spacious room have a modern decor with a wardrobe and flat-screen TV. Guests can find an electric kettle, refrigerator and coffee machine in all rooms. Each bathroom is equipped with a bath and shower. Guests will find bathrobes as well as a hairdryer and free toiletries. Luggage storage service is available for guest's convenience. Trouser press service is available for free. A Full English/Irish breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant featuring French cuisine as well as an on-site cafe overlooking a garden terrace and city views. Namba Station is a 17-minute train ride away. Tsutenkaku is a 30-minute walk and train ride away. Shitennoji is 33 minutes away by walk and train from the hotel. Osaka Itami Airport is a 30-minute train ride, while Kansai International Airport is a 70-minute bus ride away from Harmonie Embrassee.
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- Canopy By Hilton Osaka Umeda
  Luxury
  
  Prime City Location
  Canopy By Hilton Osaka Umeda is situated in Osaka city centre, offering easy access to Grand Front Osaka (2-minute walk), Osaka Station (800 metres), and Umeda Station (6-minute walk). Nearby attractions include Knowledge Capital (300 metres) and Osaka Station City (less than 1 km).
  Exceptional Facilities
  Guests enjoy a fitness centre, free bicycles, restaurant, and bar. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and electric vehicle charging station.
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, city views, and modern amenities such as minibars and soundproofing. Family-friendly and child-friendly options are available.
  Dining Experience
  The restaurant serves European cuisine in a modern and romantic ambience, offering brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Breakfast includes local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more.
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- Hotel Hankyu International
  Luxury
  
  Prime Location
  Hotel Hankyu International in Osaka offers a central setting with a view. Nearby attractions include Catholic Osaka Umeda Church (5-minute walk), Grand Front Osaka (13-minute walk), and Itami Airport (19 km).
  Exceptional Facilities
  Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a fitness room, lift, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and daily housekeeping.
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, city views, and modern comforts such as minibars and flat-screen TVs.
  Dining Experience
  The restaurant serves Chinese, French, Japanese, and other cuisines in traditional, modern, and romantic settings. Breakfast includes American and Asian options with juice and fruits.
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- Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda
  Luxury
  
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Villa Fontaine Grand Osaka Umeda in Osaka offers 4-star comfort with free WiFi, air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, electric kettle, and work desk.
  Dining and Services
  Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, child-friendly buffet, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional facilities include a public bath, lift, daily housekeeping, full-day security, and luggage storage.
  Prime Location
  Located in the city centre, the hotel is a 3-minute walk from Hankyu Men's Osaka and Taiy?-ji Temple. Umeda Station is a 6-minute walk away, and Itami Airport is 18 km distant. Nearby attractions include E-ma and Tsuyu no Tenjinja Shrine.
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- Hotel Hankyu GRAN RESPIRE OSAKA
  Luxury
  
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Hotel Hankyu GRAN RESPIRE OSAKA in Osaka offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and TV.
  Dining Experience
  Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and dine at the modern, romantic restaurant serving lunch and dinner. The restaurant ambience provides a relaxing environment for meals.
  Facilities and Services
  The hotel features a fitness centre, lift, 24-hour front desk, full-day security, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a work desk, sofa, and executive lounge access.
  Location and Attractions
  Located 16 km from Itami Airport, the hotel is an 8-minute walk from Osaka Station and less than 1 km from Grand Front Osaka. Nearby attractions include Umeda Sky Building and Kuchu Teien Observatory.
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- Hotel Vischio Osaka-JR Hotel Group
  Luxury
  
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Hotel Vischio Osaka-JR Hotel Group in Osaka offers 4-star comfort with air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, city views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, free toiletries, and soundproofing for a relaxing stay.
  Dining Experience
  Guests can enjoy Italian cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, offering lunch and dinner in a traditional ambience. The restaurant serves warm dishes, juice, and cheese, catering to diverse preferences.
  Convenient Location
  Located in the city centre, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Grand Front Osaka and 19 km from Itami Airport. Nearby attractions include Umeda Station and Osaka Castle, providing easy access to key sites.
  Guest Services
  The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and paid on-site parking. Additional amenities include a lift, coffee shop, and child-friendly buffet, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
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- Hotel Intergate Osaka Umeda
  Luxury
  
  Comfortable Accommodations
  Hotel Intergate Osaka Umeda in Osaka offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, and free toiletries. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay.
  Exceptional Facilities
  Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, restaurant, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a public bath, fitness room, lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, child-friendly buffet, full-day security, and luggage storage.
  Prime Location
  Located in the city centre, the hotel is a short walk from Herbis Plaza ENT (2 minutes), Osaka Station City (600 metres), and Jizoji Temple (7-minute walk). Itami Airport is 18 km away. Guests appreciate the public transport options and connectivity to the airport.
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- Oryori Miyamoto
  Japanese (Kaiseki)
  
  Awarded Two Stars in 2024 - A renowned kaiseki restaurant that has earned two stars on a prestigious global gourmet site for over 10 consecutive years. While preserving the traditions of Japanese cuisine, the chef’s unique and innovative touch subtly shines through in the dishes, attracting food enthusiasts from all over the world.
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- Sushiroku
  Sushi
  
  Awarded One Star in 2024 - A cozy, family-run restaurant managed by a husband and wife. They are deeply committed to perfecting their shari (sushi rice) and use two types of vinegared rice tailored to complement each topping. Since 2019, the restaurant has consistently earned stars.
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- Kitashinchi Kushikatsu Bon
  Kushikatsu
  
  A restaurant that elevates Osaka's soul food, kushikatsu, to a luxurious level. Skilled chefs meticulously prepare each skewer using carefully selected premium ingredients such as Chateaubriand and foie gras. The skewers are fried in a custom copper pot using a unique oil blend based on cottonseed oil, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients.
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- OIMATSU Tempura Suzuki
  Tempura
  
  A renowned tempura restaurant led by a master chef who honed his skills at prestigious establishments, including The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka. Guests can savor exquisite tempura made with premium ingredients such as Japanese Black Wagyu fillet and Chateaubriand. The restaurant features a pristine white-wood counter, with lacquered vermillion trays set before each seat, the vibrant hue adding an elegant and festive touch to the entire space.
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- Sushidokoro Kurosugi Shinkan
  Sushi
  
  The branch of the star-awarded Sushidokoro Kurosugi offers a more affordable way to enjoy its exceptional flavors. Ingredients are sourced together with the main restaurant, where they are prepared before being brought to this location to be crafted into dishes. Guests can savor outstanding sushi alongside a wide selection of sake that is always available.
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- Kassen Iritani
  Japanese (Kaiseki)
  
  The head chef honed his skills at the star-awarded Naniwaryori Yu and served as the executive chef at the second branch of the equally star-awarded Oimatsu Kitagawa. He showcases his expertise by sourcing the freshest seafood from across Japan, offering dishes such as fresh sashimi and fragrant charcoal-grilled delicacies. The head chef also holds a sommelier certification, providing a wide selection of wines ranging from classic labels to rare finds.
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- Konoha
  Japanese (Kaiseki)
  
  Awarded One Star in 2024 - The head chef, with 16 years of training at a long-established traditional restaurant, expresses the seasonal flavors of each passing season through dishes based on a broth made from premium kombu (kelp). Their signature tempura stands out with a delicate batter enriched with extra egg yolks for a rich and indulgent flavor. The tableware, carefully selected, includes exquisite pieces such as Kutani porcelain and Wajima lacquerware.
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- Sushi Hoshiyama
  Sushi
  
  Awarded One Star in 2024 - This restaurant is popular for offering authentic Edomae (Tokyo-style) sushi without modern interpretations or creative twists. The head chef trained extensively at a star-awarded sushi restaurant in Osaka before establishing his own place. The restaurant is also highly regarded among fellow sushi chefs, boasting many fans within the industry.
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- YUNiCO
  Italian
  
  Awarded One Star in 2024 - Run by a chef who trained for 10 years at RISTORANTE HiRo, operated by the renowned Hiromi Yamada, featured in numerous media outlets. Guests can enjoy the thrill of watching high-quality ingredients, including Kyoto's traditional vegetables and fresh seafood from Awaji, being prepared right before their eyes across the counter.
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- Sushi Haku
  Sushi
  
  In an elegant space that perfectly embodies the term "a hidden retreat for adults," guests can savor exquisite sushi. With presentations that delight not only the palate but also the eyes, each visit offers new discoveries and moments of awe. On the second floor, a bar is available where guests can enjoy a relaxing post-meal time with sake or wine.
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- Umeda Weaving Experience (Osaka)
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  "Saori weaving" without a role model. You can enjoy the weave of your choice.
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- Osaka Private City Exploration Day Tour: Best Cultural Highlights
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  Visit the best spots in Osaka, including the famous Osaka Castle and Dotonbori Glico Spot, in just one day!
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- Kendo Experience Tour In Osaka "SAMURAI TRIP"
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  Enjoy a real samurai experience with a 2-hour class to learn Kendo, a Japanese martial art form
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- Kimono Rental (Provided by Kimono Botan)
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- World Heritage Shirakawago and Takayama Private Tour from Nagoya
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  Learn about the history of Japanese traditional buildings at your leisure.
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- Japanese Ceramics DIY Private Workshop in Osaka
  ¥13,750
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  A pottery workshop in Osaka with an English, Spanish and Catalan speaking potter
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- Tea Ceremony Experience in Osaka
  ¥3,900
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  Observe and experience the tea ceremony together with other participants
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- Ninja Experience and VR Game in Osaka
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  Become a ninja for a day on this 1 hour ninja workshop and costume rental experience in Osaka
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- Osaka Nighttime Guided Food Tour
  ¥19,750
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  Explore local neighborhoods many visitors don�ft get to see
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- Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building & Tonbori River Cruise Day Tour
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Osaka Station City

Grand Front Osaka

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Links Umeda

Yodobashi Camera Umeda

Umeda Sky Building

Kitte Osaka

Hankyu Department Store

Hanshin Department Store

Daimaru Department Store

HEP

Kitashinchi Information Center

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