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Update-Date: Feb 15, 2026

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A Guide to Umekita & Umeda Sky Building: Experience Osaka’s Modern Greenery and Retro Flavors

Discover the best restaurants near Umeda Sky Building and the newly opened Grand Green Osaka in the vibrant Umekita area. After taking in the panoramic city views, head down to the nostalgic Takimi-koji food street to experience Osaka’s authentic culinary heritage. From the gourmet skewers of Kushi no Bo to the traditional soul food at Bashoan, here is your essential guide to dining in Osaka’s most exciting district.

1. The New Heart of Osaka

The Umeda area of Osaka has undergone a breathtaking transformation. With the full opening of Grand Green Osaka (Umekita), the district now seamlessly blends cutting-edge architecture with sprawling urban parks. At the heart of this evolution stands the iconic Umeda Sky Building, a must-visit landmark for any traveler.

While the views from the top are spectacular, a hidden culinary world awaits in the basement. Here is your guide to experiencing the best of Osaka’s "New and Old" in one afternoon.

2. Exploring Umekita: The Urban Oasis "Grand Green Osaka"

Start your journey at Grand Green Osaka, one of the world’s largest urban park developments directly connected to a major station. This lush "Umekita" area offers a refreshing escape from the city’s hustle.

3. Iconic Views: Umeda Sky Building & Floating Garden

From the park, a short walk brings you to the Umeda Sky Building, famous for its "Floating Garden Observatory" (Kuchu Teien).

4. Takimi-koji: A Journey Back in Time (B1F)

After taking in the futuristic views, descend to the basement (B1F) to travel back in time. Takimi-koji is a beautifully reconstructed gourmet street designed to look like Osaka in the 1920s. Amidst the vintage posters and stone-paved alleys, you’ll find two of the area’s most authentic dining experiences.

Kushi no Bo [Sky Building Branch]

A specialty restaurant for Osaka's famous "Kushikatsu" located in a corner of the retro dining district

A specialty restaurant for Osaka's famous "Kushikatsu" located in a corner of a retro dining district

Located on the basement level 1 of Umeda Sky Building, in 'Takimi Koji', is the Sky Building branch of Kushi no Bo. This restaurant specializes in Osaka's soul food, 'Kushikatsu', where guests can enjoy freshly fried skewers right before their eyes. For beginners, ordering the 'omakase' means the chef will continue to fry a balanced selection of meat, seafood, and vegetables until you say 'stop'.

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The restaurant features only counter seats surrounding the kitchen. Guests can enjoy freshly fried dishes in a retro and relaxing atmosphere while watching the chefs at work. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of alcoholic beverages to enjoy with kushikatsu, especially 'shochu', which is available in about 30 different types made from various ingredients such as barley, sweet potatoes, rice, buckwheat, chestnuts, brown sugar, and awamori.

Kushi no Bo [Sky Building Branch]

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed:
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from the Chaya-machi exit of Hankyu [Umeda Station] / 10 minutes walk from the exit No.5 of [Umeda Station] on the Subway Midosuji Line / 10 minutes walk from the central north exit of JR [Osaka Station]
Address: Takimi-koji, B1F, Umeda Sky Bldg., 1-1-90, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka city, Osaka
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Creative Japanese Confectionery Studio BASHOAN

Creative Japanese Confectionery Studio BASHOAN specializes in Honzukuri Warabi-mochi, a traditional bracken-starch dumpling crafted using a direct-fired kettle method dating back to 1868. This signature treat features a resilient texture and mild sweetness, perfectly complemented by premium kinako flour made from high-quality Tamba black beans. The flour is meticulously prepared through repeated stone-mill grinding, resulting in a luxurious, deep flavor that has been preserved for over 150 years. These historical Japanese confections offer a unique taste of heritage.

Visitors can enjoy a hands-on experience grinding ingredients with a traditional stone mill, making it an engaging activity for all generations. From seniors revisiting nostalgic customs to those encountering a stone mill for the first time, the studio provides a welcoming space for families to create memories together. The location is also an ideal destination for finding authentic souvenirs to share with others.

Creative Japanese Confectionery Studio BASHOAN

Open: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY / [Lunch] 600 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR [Osaka] Station / 10 minutes walk from [Umeda] Station on Subway Midosuji Line or Hankyu Main Line
Address: Takimi-koji, B1F, Umeda Sky Bldg., 1-1-90, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka city, Osaka Map

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Katsudon

Enjoy the taste of Osaka Naniwa, 'Katsudon', in a retro space!

Located in the basement level of Umeda Sky Building at 'Takimi Koji', Katsudon is a specialty restaurant in Osaka, Naniwa, where visitors can enjoy the local flavors in a retro atmosphere. The signature dish is the 'original' separate-style "Katsudon." One can savor the pork cutlet and egg, cooked in a copper pot, either separately with freshly steamed rice or as a 'donburi' by placing it on top of the rice. The egg's soft and fluffy semi-cooked texture is also exquisitely delightful.

Takimi Koji is a dining district that recreates the streets of old Japan. From the approach to the restaurant to the interior, visitors can immerse themselves in an atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era in Japan. Surrounded by nostalgic TV shows and anime heroes displayed on the walls and shelves, why not try the delicious 'katsudon'?

KATSUDON

Open: 11:00 am - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 700 JPY
Access: 15 minutes walk from the central north exit of JR [Osaka Station], or 15 minutes walk from the Chaya-machi exit of Hankyu [Umeda Station]. Located in Takimi-koji on B1F of Umeda Sky Bldg.
Address: Takimi-koji, B1F, Umeda Sky Bldg., 1-1-90, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka city, Osaka

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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