Winter Lights near Osaka Station 2024-2025: Highlights and Schedule

Winter Lights and Events near Osaka Station

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As the year-end approaches, two exciting Christmas events are being held at Grand Front Osaka and Grand Green Osaka, which are directly connected to JR Osaka Station!

One is the GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2024: Infinity Lights featuring a giant Christmas tree. The other is the Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITA, which envelops the city streets in a golden glow.

In this article, we will introduce the highlights of each event and information about nearby restaurants.

GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2024: Infinity Lights

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The GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2024: Infinity Lights will feature the main attraction, a 10-meter tall Christmas tree called the Infinity Wish Tree, located in the Knowledge Plaza on the first floor of the North Building.

The Infinity Wish Tree showcases lights that change color according to the hues within the tree, creating a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of vibrant dreams as the lights intertwine and reflect.

Additionally, the Ted Ibeare Special Decoration: Infinity Wish lights, displayed in the Umekita Plaza water feature, is also a must-see.

Food Event: Meat and Seafood Delights

In 25 restaurants at Grand Front Osaka, a special event titled "Meat and Seafood Delights" will offer carefully crafted courses and individual dishes by the chefs.

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Event Overview

GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2024: Infinity Lights
Duration: November 7 – December 25, 2024
Location: Grand Front Osaka North Building, South Building, Umekita Plaza, and more (Main tree located in the Knowledge Plaza on the first floor of the North Building)

Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITA

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Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITAis held in the area around Umekita Plaza, the trees along Keyaki Avenue, and Grand Green Osaka.

This event lights up the streets with 250,000 champagne-colored LEDs, allowing you to enjoy a warm and elegant urban landscape even during the chilly winter months.

This event starts on November 7 and will run until February 28, 2025, giving you plenty of time to enjoy it throughout the winter!

Overview

Champagne Gold Illumination in UMEKITA
Duration: November 7, 2024 – February 28, 2025
Lighting Hours: Daily from 17:00 to 24:00
Location: Around Umekita Plaza and Keyaki Avenue, and more

Highlights of Grand Green Osaka

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Grand Green Osaka, a new landmark in Osaka that embodies the fusion of greenery and innovation, opened early on September 6, 2024, with the official opening of the South Building scheduled for spring 2025.

With a variety of dining options such as the café bar SIK eatery, offering natural wines, CRAFT BEER BASE leaf, featuring craft beers, and Asian Dining, a restaurant that serves creative Asian cuisine, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a stylish Christmas celebration.

Highlights of Grand Front Osaka

Grand Front Osaka is a commercial facility located just near the north exit of Osaka Station. It consists of the KITA and MINAMI buildings, along with Umekita Plaza, featuring approximately 260 stores ranging from fashion and lifestyle goods to beauty and dining.

At Grand Front Osaka, you'll find unique establishments such as the World Beer Museum, which offers over 80 types of beer from around the globe, Kayu to Men Kayu Sanchou, serving healthy rice porridge dishes, and the izakaya Osaka Oden Yakiton Hisashi, among many others.

Umekita Plaza also hosts numerous shops, making it a perfect place to enjoy during Christmas and the year-end festivities.

In terms of shopping, there is a strong presence of sports brands, particularly The North Face and Asics. Additionally, the B1F level offers a wide variety of foods perfect for souvenirs.

Moreover, the rooftop garden and other green spaces allow visitors to feel a connection with nature. If you get tired from shopping, you can take a break while enjoying the greenery and water features.

Information and photo source: PR Times 1, PR Times 2