This detailed walking tour, filmed in late spring of 2025, showcases the vibrant transformation and modern appeal of the Umeda district in Osaka. Spanning a wide range of highlights throughout Umekita Park (うめきた公園), also known as GRAND GREEN OSAKA, viewers get an immersive look at innovative green spaces and cityscapes that are defining Osaka’s urban renewal. The video explores both the South and North buildings of Grand Green Osaka, the expansive Umekita Park, and key architectural and cultural features, including art installations by Ram Katzir, Jun Kaneko, and Fabrice Hyber, as well as the People at Inogate Osaka sculpture by Sakamoto Shunta.

Key stops in the video include Umekita Green Place (うめきたグリーンプレイス), Inspiration Path (ひらめきの道), and the iconic Grand Front Osaka. The tranquil Umekita Hiroba provides open space for relaxation, while the proximity to JR Osaka Station makes the area a vital hub for travelers seeking both convenience and urban leisure. The new Shin Umeda Shokudo-gai, Umeda New Pedestrian Bridge, and the HEP FIVE complex—including its famous red Ferris Wheel—are featured as thriving zones for dining, shopping, and entertainment.

The walk continues through the Hankyu Higashidori Shopping Street (阪急東通商店街), the bustling Hankyu Department Store Concourse, and captures local highlights such as the Umeda Ventilation Tower and the historic Ha Shrine (歯神社). Each location blends contemporary Osaka life with cultural roots, exemplifying the city’s dedication to both growth and tradition. Artistic features and open grass areas like the Large Canopy and Grass Square add further depth, making Umekita Park a model for modern Japanese urban parks. This video is ideal viewing for anyone planning a visit or interested in recent Osaka urban development.

Umekita Park and the Umeda area are located in Osaka City and are seamlessly accessible from JR Osaka Station, one of the primary transport interchanges in Kansai. These destinations are renowned for their combination of wide green spaces, shopping avenues, public art, and entertainment venues—making them a must-explore part of any Osaka itinerary.