Insider Route — North to South Osaka: Umeda, Shinsaibashi, Namba
Experience the vibrant heart and soul of Osaka.
The vibrant, pulsing capital of Western Japan has many delights in store
20 MINUTES TRAIN, 15 MINUTES WALK
Osaka is known for its lively residents, great local cuisine, and a vibrancy that’s hard to beat. Unlike their reserved counterparts in nearby Kyoto, Osakans are known for their love of jokes and their big, welcoming smiles, especially when serving up fried treats like takoyaki, okonomiyaki and kushikatsu. But as the largest city in western Japan, Osaka is also home to a myriad of high-end dining, shopping and sightseeing experiences.
Three neighboring areas of Osaka are particularly notable for these experiences. From north to south, they are upscale Umeda, located right by Osaka station; Shinsaibashi, home to Osaka’s ultra-hip youth culture; and, just south of Osaka’s iconic Dotonbori canal, Namba, known for its charming compact eateries and bars. These three areas are walkable end-to-end within an hour or easily traversed in minutes via Osaka’s north-south Midosuji, Yotsubashi and Sakasuji subway lines, making for a compact day of uniquely Osakan fun.
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Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main Store
Founded in 1929 in Umeda, Osaka, Hankyu Department Store was the world’s first department store connected to a railway station terminus. In the 2000s, the store underwent extensive renovations, reopening in 2012 with new features such as a giant Shukusai Plaza, an event hall, a gallery, restaurants, and, of course, a wide selection of luxury brands from both Japan and abroad.
Featured selections at Hankyu Department Store Umeda Main
Store
Discover new value at Hankyu’s two event spaces on the 9th floor—SHUKUSAI Plaza and Hankyu Umeda Gallery—offering a variety of fun events and activities.
There are also eleven Coto Coto Stage areas throughout the store. Enjoy weekly events including cultural activities from around the world, gourmet foods and fashions from around Japan and the world, and various hands-on events such as workshops.
Spread over four different floors (2F, 3F, 7F, and 10F), Hankyu Beauty is Japan’s largest cosmetics store offering helpful counseling services and fun hands-on beauty events. Trendy makeup and skincare products can be found on the main floor (2F).
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Daimaru, Shinsaibashi
Located just outside Shinsaibashi station, this Daimaru features multiple floors of high-end boutiques from both international and domestic Japanese brands alike. In addition, it’s home to an assortment of Japanese restaurants and a basement-level garden. It’s also connected directly to an adjacent department store with more dining and shopping options in addition to a movie theater.
Enjoy special offers
Purchases of 1,000,000 yen or more (tax included) made in a single day with an American Express Card and using the Tax Refund processing service are eligible for the following benefits:
• VIP Lounge (Luggage storage/Drink service)
Lounge name: Foreign Customer VIP Lounge
Location: Daimaru Shinsaibashi Main Building, 9th floor, next to the Tax Refund service counter
• 2,000 yen Food ticket can be used for restaurants or food sections
• Complimentary Welcome Sweets
Presentation of the following is required to receive the service:
- An eligible American Express Card issued outside of Japan.
- Copy of an American Express Card statement issued under the exact same name as the Card Member.
- Official identification (Passport, etc.)
- Offer is valid from 1 Oct 2024 to 31 Aug 2025.
- Offer is valid when payment is made in-store using an eligible American Express® Card.
- Proof of visitor's status may be required from merchants. Offers are strictly non-refundable, non-extendable.
- Offer excludes transactions made through a third-party establishment or payment processor.
- Merchant’s Term and Conditions apply. American Express acts solely as a payment provider and is not responsible or liable in the event that such services, activities or benefits are not provided or fulfilled by the merchant. American Express International Inc. is not responsible for the endorsement of any service or product featured. Merchants are solely responsible for the fulfillment of Offer and all relevant privileges.
- American Express International Inc. shall not be responsible or liable in any way for any loss, injury or damage whatsoever caused by or arising from any failure or delay in the provision of or malfunction, defect or deficiency in any services and benefits of the offer.
- The merchants reserve the right to change their terms and conditions at any time without assigning any reasons or providing prior notice. Card Member acknowledges that any disputes in relation to the promotion are to be directed
solely to the merchant providing such services, activities or benefits. - All offers are subject to the respective merchant's terms and conditions. Any queries on such offers or its terms conditions should be directed to the merchant in question.
- Information is correct as of 1 Nov 2024.
Featured selections at Daimaru, Shinsaibashi
The first GRENOBLE collection to be launched at the Shinsaibashi Daimaru store, this highly functional collection draws inspiration from the snowy mountains that are the brand’s origin, with theme colors of beige, khaki, black, and white.
For the women’s line, the theme colors are pink, khaki, white, black, and beige, and our collection offers a diverse range of items that are not only functional but lightweight and comfortable to the touch, designed for both style and ease and perfect for everyday wear.
We're excited to introduce a new addition from the ever-popular TWINS series. What are TWINS?
Under the concept of "the right and left foot each have their own unique personality, but together they make a perfect pair," TWINS is a series where Camper continues to challenge innovative designs. Please come and visit the women's shoe section on the 5th floor of the Daimaru Shinsaibashi store.
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Takashimaya, Namba
Built in 1930, this Takashimaya has been a symbol of Osaka’s Namba neighborhood for nearly a century. Directly accessible by Namba station on the Nankai and subway lines, the facility boasts approximately 78,000 square-meters of shopping space across its nine floors. In addition to dozens of international and domestic boutiques, the facility offers three floors of restaurants, event and exhibition halls and an art gallery.
We offer a shopping attendant service provided by Takashimaya's store concierge. To apply, please use the dedicated URL here.
Enjoy special offers
Purchases of 1,000,000 yen or more (tax included) made in a single day with an American Express Card and using the Tax Refund processing service are eligible for the following benefits:
• VIP Lounge (Drink service)
Lounge name: Osaka Takashimaya Members Salon
Location: Swissôtel Nankai Osaka, 5th floor
*Only for the customers who make purchases of 1,000,000 yen or more (tax included) in a single day with an American Express Card and using the Tax Refund processing service.
*Complimentary Access for up to two guests per eligible American Express Card.
*This service is not available during the construction period of the VIP lounge.
• 5,000 yen Gift Card issued at the Tax Refund service counter can be used at Takashimaya Department Store in Japan.
Presentation of the following is required to receive the service:
- An eligible American Express Card issued outside of Japan.
- Copy of an American Express Card statement issued under the exact same name as the Card Member.
- Official identification (Passport, etc.)
*Customers who make purchases totaling 1,000,000 yen (including tax) or more with eligible cards, priority tax refund processing service is available. Please ask a staff member at Tax Refund service counter with your eligible card before standing in line. Names on the passport, receipt, and American Express Card must be the same for Priority tax refund processing service.
- Offer is valid from 1 Nov 2024 to 31 Aug 2025.
- Offer is valid when payment is made in-store using an eligible American Express® Card.
- Proof of visitor's status may be required from merchants. Offers are strictly non-refundable, non-extendable.
- Offer excludes transactions made through a third-party establishment or payment processor.
- Merchant’s Term and Conditions apply. American Express acts solely as a payment provider and is not responsible or liable in the event that such services, activities or benefits are not provided or fulfilled by the merchant. American Express International Inc. is not responsible for the endorsement of any service or product featured. Merchants are solely responsible for the fulfillment of Offer and all relevant privileges.
- American Express International Inc. shall not be responsible or liable in any way for any loss, injury or damage whatsoever caused by or arising from any failure or delay in the provision of or malfunction, defect or deficiency in any services and benefits of the offer.
- The merchants reserve the right to change their terms and conditions at any time without assigning any reasons or providing prior notice. Card Member acknowledges that any disputes in relation to the promotion are to be directed
solely to the merchant providing such services, activities or benefits. - All offers are subject to the respective merchant's terms and conditions. Any queries on such offers or its terms conditions should be directed to the merchant in question.
- Information is correct as of 1 Nov 2024.
Featured selections at Takashimaya, Namba
Takashimaya Watch Maison offers a diverse lineup of timepieces, ranging from world-renowned brands to rare items introduced in Japan for the first time. This specialty watch section is conveniently located on the fifth floor of the Swiss Hotel, directly connected via a passageway from the fifth floor of Osaka Takashimaya. Our professional staff will assist you in selecting the perfect watch in a spacious sales area.
Located on the basement level of Osaka Takashimaya, the original Takashimaya store "100 Famous Confectionaries" boasts an array of signature sweets not only from established stores in Kansai, but also from famous shops all over Japan. Enjoy the world of confectioneries filled with quintessential Japanese charm that has been loved across the generations.
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All offers are subject to the respective merchant's terms and conditions. Any queries on such offers or its terms and conditions should be directed to the merchant in question.
American Express acts solely as a payment provider and is not responsible or liable in the event that such services, activities or benefits are not provided or fulfilled by the service establishment. Card Members acknowledge that any disputes in relation to the above are to be directed solely to the service establishment providing such services, activities or benefits.
All information is correct at the time of publication.
