Osaka Umeda 7 Major Shopping Malls Transportation Guide! Easy-to-understand Map Explanation: Part 2
The Umeda area of Osaka is home to numerous shopping malls, gourmet restaurants, and hotels, and is also the most important transportation hub in the Kansai region. In this article, we will introduce basic information about the seven major shopping malls in the area that you should definitely visit, as well as transportation access with easy-to-understand diagrams.
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Table of Contents
- The 7 Must-See Shopping Malls in Osaka, Osaka: Features and Basic Information
- ◆ GRAND GREEN OSAKA
- ◆ GRAND FRONT OSAKA
- ◆ HERBIS PLAZA / PLAZA ENT
- ◆ DIAMOR OSAKA
The 7 Must-See Shopping Malls in Osaka, Osaka: Features and Basic Information
The Umeda area of Osaka is a complex and intricate transportation hub where JR, Hankyu Railway, Hanshin Railway, and Osaka Metro lines converge. It is an important hub in the Kansai region, passing through when traveling to Kyoto, Kobe, and Kansai Airport, and when transferring to the Shinkansen. The area is lined with department stores, shopping malls, hotels, and gourmet spots, and is bustling with people constantly coming and going.
Here we will introduce the following seven shopping malls, giving you a quick overview of their features and basic information.
GRAND GREEN OSAKA, GRAND FRONT OSAKA, HANKYU SANBAN GAI, HEP FIVE, HERBIS PLAZA / PLAZA ENT, NU Chayamachi / NU Chayamachi Plus, DIAMOR OSAKA
●Go to Part 1 HANKYU SANBAN GAI
HEP FIVE
NU chayamachi / NU chayamachi PLUS
●Go to Part 2 GRAND GREEN OSAKA GRAND FRONT OSAKA
Herbis Plaza / Plaza Entrance
DIAMOR OSAKA
◆ GRAND GREEN OSAKA
GRAND GREEN OSAKA, which will have its grand opening in March 2025, is a large-scale commercial complex adjacent to GRAND FRONT OSAKA. It features a lush green design and is equipped with an open urban park and a hotel. A stroll through the spacious green mall will take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city, allowing you to relax and refresh your mind and body. The facility offers a wide variety of fashion, miscellaneous goods, household goods, cafes and restaurants, providing a shopping experience themed around "time spent walking in greenery." In addition to shopping and gourmet food, it is also a rare place to relax in the middle of a big city.
GRAND GREEN OSAKA
Business hours: Varies by store, please check each brand's official website
Access▶ GRAND GREEN OSAKA(No. ①)
・JR Osaka Station:
Central Exit (1st and 3rd floors) 5-minute walk (No. 2)
West Exit (1st floor) 7 minute walk (No. ③)
・Directly connected to Umekita underground entrance (1st basement floor) (No. ④)
・Umeda Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line: Approximately 7 minutes walk from the North Exit (No. 5)
・Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station: Central Exit, 7 minutes walk (No. ⑥)
◆ GRAND FRONT OSAKA
Directly connected to the connecting deck on the second floor of JR Osaka Station, GRAND FRONT OSAKA is a large-scale complex that combines shopping, gourmet food, cutting-edge technology, and leisure. The South and North Buildings together have approximately 260 stores, offering a wide range of products, from high-end fashion to lifestyle goods from Japan. There are also a variety of dining experiences, with a collection of unique restaurants and bars from all over Japan and overseas. With a modern design and a wide range of stores and activities, the atmosphere becomes even more urban at night. It is also a popular relaxation spot for business people.
GRAND FRONT OSAKA
Business hours: Shopping 11:00-21:00, Restaurants 11:00-23:00, UMEKITA CELLAR 10:00-22:00, UMEKITADINING・UMEKITA FLOOR 11:00-23:00, Duty-free counter *11:00-21:00, Knowledge Capital hours vary by store *Business hours may vary by store
How to get to GRAND FRONT OSAKA
Access to GRAND FRONT OSAKA, which has approximately 260 stores across two buildings! Fashion, popular sweets, over 50 restaurants, and more!
JR Osaka Station "Central Exit" 1st floor ticket gate, turn left
Continue straight for about 40 seconds until you see a large screen and an escalator.
Take the escalator to the second floor and you will see the main entrance to GRAND FRONT OSAKA.
Arrived at the second floor
Access
▶ GRAND FRONT OSAKA(No. ①)
・JR Osaka Station: Central Exit (1st and 3rd floors) - approx. 3-minute walk (No. 2)
・Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Umeda Station: North Exit, approx. 5 minutes walk (No. ③)
・Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station: Central Exit, approx. 5 minutes walk (No. 4)
◆ HERBIS PLAZA / PLAZA ENT
"HERBIS PLAZA" and "HERBIS PLAZA ENT" are luxurious facilities where you can enjoy high-quality shopping and gourmet food. With elegant architecture and a luxurious atmosphere, they are home to flagship stores of international brands, fashion boutiques, and select shops with a focus on quality. Many restaurants with a great atmosphere, from French to Japanese cuisine, offer a refined gourmet experience.
There's also plenty of entertainment options, such as musicals at the Osaka Shiki Theatre and music at Billboard Live OSAKA. If you're looking for a comfortable and luxurious shopping experience, this is the place to visit.
HERBIS PLAZA / PLAZA ENT
Opening hours:
Shopping 11:00-20:00, Restaurant 11:00-22:30
Shopping 11:00-20:00, Restaurant 11:00-23:00
Beauty Service & Culture School PLAZA ENT 11:00-21:00
*Business hours may vary depending on the store
How to get to Herbis Plaza/Plaza Ent
Access to Umeda shopping mall "HERBIS PLAZA/PLAZA ENT" which also houses a luxury hotel and conference facilities
JR Osaka Station "Central Exit" 1st floor ticket gate, turn right
Go straight for about 40 seconds and you will see the down escalator
Look for the sign for "SOUTHGATE BUILDING" and go straight for about 1 minute
Turn right at the Department Store Exit of Hanshin Osaka Umeda Station
Look for the "HERBIS OSAKA" sign and continue straight for 1 minute
Go straight along Osaka Metro Nishi-Umeda Station on your left
After about 30 seconds, you will see the entrance to "HERBIS ENT", but continue straight ahead.
After walking for about 3 minutes, you will see the "HERBIS OSAKA" sign.
Arrived at the Herbis Plaza B2 entrance
Access▶HERBIS PLAZA (No.①)
・Osaka Metro
Nishi-Umeda Station on the Yotsubashi Line: Right outside the north ticket gate (No. 3)
Tanimachi Line Higashi-Umeda Station: Approximately 6 minutes walk from the north ticket gate (No. ④)
Midosuji Line Umeda Station: South ticket gate, 5 minutes walk (No. 5)
・JR Osaka Station: Sakurabashi Exit, approx. 5 minutes walk (No. ⑥)
・JR Tozai Line Kitashinchi Station: West Exit, approx. 4 minutes walk (No. 7)
・Hanshin Osaka Umeda Station: Right outside the West Exit (No. 8)
・Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station: Approximately 12 minutes walk (No. 9)
How to get to Herbis Plaza Entrance
A theatrical atmosphere! Access to "HERBIS PLAZA ENT" where global luxury brands and stylish restaurants line the streets
JR Osaka Station "Central Exit" 1st floor ticket gate, turn right
Go straight for about 40 seconds and you will see the down escalator
Look for the sign for "SOUTHGATE BUILDING" and go straight for about 1 minute
Turn right at the Department Store Exit of Hanshin Osaka Umeda Station
Look for the "HERBIS ENT" sign and continue straight for 1 minute
When you see Osaka Metro Nishi-Umeda Station on your left, you've almost arrived.
It takes about 30 seconds to reach the B2 entrance of Herbis Plaza Entrance.
Access ▸ Herbis Plaza Entrance (No. 2)
・Osaka Metro
Nishi-Umeda Station on the Yotsubashi Line: Right outside the north ticket gate (No. 3)
Tanimachi Line Higashi-Umeda Station: Approximately 6 minutes walk from the north ticket gate (No. ④)
Midosuji Line Umeda Station: South ticket gate, 5 minutes walk (No. 5)
・JR Osaka Station: Sakurabashi Exit, approx. 5 minutes walk (No. ⑥)
・JR Tozai Line Kitashinchi Station: West Exit, approx. 4 minutes walk (No. 7)
・Hanshin Osaka Umeda Station: Right outside the West Exit (No. 8)
・Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station: Approximately 12 minutes walk (No. 9)
◆ DIAMOR OSAKA
DIAMOR OSAKA is located in the Umeda underground shopping mall and is designed to incorporate natural lighting and a landscape reminiscent of Italian streetscapes, creating a bright, high-quality atrium space and shopping environment. It offers a wide selection of fashion, accessories, cosmetics, drugs, household goods, restaurants and cafes. It is close to the station and connected to surrounding commercial buildings, making it a popular daily route for locals. You can enjoy shopping and tea time comfortably even in rain, heat or the harsh winter, making it ideal for both local use and sightseeing.
DIAMOR OSAKA
Business hours: Shopping: 10:00 - 20:00 Restaurants: 11:00 - 22:00 (some stores open from 7:00) *Some stores have different business hours.
Access ▸ DIAMOR OSAKA(No. ①)
・Osaka Metro
Yotsubashi Line Nishi-Umeda Station: North ticket gate, about 4 minutes walk (No. ②)
Tanimachi Line Higashi-Umeda Station: North ticket gate, approx. 4 minutes walk (No. ③)
Midosuji Line Umeda Station: Approximately 4 minutes walk (No. ④)
・JR Osaka Station: Sakurabashi Exit, approx. 3 minutes walk (No. 5)
・JR Tozai Line Kitashinchi Station: East Exit, approx. 3 minutes walk (No. ⑥)
・Hanshin Osaka Umeda Station: East Exit, approx. 3 minutes walk (No. 7)
・Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station: Approximately 7 minutes walk (No. 8)
So, what did you think of this access guide? Be sure to use it as reference when you visit Osaka, Osaka!
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