Where Luxury Meets Local Flavor in the Heart of Umeda
🌟 What Are Hankyu & Hanshin Department Stores?
Located in the bustling Umeda district and directly connected to major train stations, Hankyu and Hanshin are two of Osaka’s most iconic and upscale department stores. From high-fashion brands to local gourmet foods, they offer a refined shopping experience that blends global luxury with Kansai charm.
🔭 Why Visit Hankyu & Hanshin?
👗 Fashion Forward: From global designer brands to trendy Japanese labels
🍱 Epic Food Halls: Legendary basement depachika with sweets, sushi & bento
💄 Beauty Mecca: Full-floor cosmetic zones with top Japanese & global brands
🎁 Great for Souvenirs: Matcha treats, seasonal gifts & Osaka specialties
🎎 Cultural Vibes: Japanese service, etiquette & seasonal decor
🎌 Tax-Free Shopping: For foreign tourists with passport
📸 Featured Zones
| Store | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Hankyu Umeda Main Store | Flagship store with luxury brands & grand displays |
| Hanshin Umeda Main Store | Food paradise with local flair and daily events |
| Depachika (Food Basement) | World-class food halls offering both grab & gourmet |
| International Boutiques | Gucci, Chanel, Shiseido, Shu Uemura & more |
| Gift & Souvenir Floors | Japanese sweets, craft goods, and elegant packaging |
🎟️ Admission & Booking
| Area | Entry | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping Floors | Free | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Food Basements | Free | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (some close at 9:00 PM) |
| Restaurants (Upper Floors) | Free | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
💡 Tip: Avoid weekends for a smoother experience, especially in the depachika!
🚨 Visitor Tips
🧾 Bring your passport for tax-free purchases (typically ¥5,000+)
🍡 Many food samples available in the depachika—try before you buy
🎁 Gift wrapping is beautifully done & usually free
💬 English assistance available at main information counters
👜 Some luxury brands may have waiting lines—plan accordingly
🚉 Access
Nearest Station(s):
🚇 Umeda Station (Subway Midosuji Line) – Direct connection
🚇 Hanshin Umeda Station – Direct connection to Hanshin Department Store
🚇 Hankyu Umeda Station – Direct connection to Hankyu Department Store
🚉 JR Osaka Station – Connected via North Gate Building (2–3 min walk)
From Major Locations:
🚄 Shin-Osaka Station → JR to Osaka Station (3 min)
🚄 Namba Station → Subway Midosuji Line to Umeda (10 min)
✈️ Kansai Airport → JR Haruka or Airport Bus to Osaka Station (60–75 min)
✈️ Itami Airport → Limousine Bus to Umeda (30 min)
🏨 Nearby Recommended Hotels
🏨 Hotel Granvia Osaka – Directly above JR Osaka Station, super convenient
🛏️ Hilton Osaka – Refined comfort steps away from the department stores
🎡 Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka – Elegant city stay with rooftop garden access
🍴 Top 3 Food Finds in the Depachika
🍡 Ginza Akebono (Hankyu)
Elegant wagashi (Japanese sweets) wrapped beautifully
🕒 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 📍 B1F Hankyu
🍣 Uoriki Sushi (Hanshin)
Grab-and-go sushi boxes with restaurant-level freshness
🕒 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 📍 B1F Hanshin
🍞 Pompadour Bakery (Hankyu)
European-Japanese fusion breads, popular with locals
🕒 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 📍 B1F Hankyu
📍 Address & Contact
Hankyu Umeda Main Store
📍 8-7 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8350
🌐 https://www.hankyu-dept.co.jp
Hanshin Umeda Main Store
📍 1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8224
🌐 https://www.hanshin-dept.jp
📞 Both: +81-6-6361-1381 (main line)
✨ Whether you’re looking for fashion, flavor, or fine gifts, Hankyu and Hanshin offer a full immersion into Osaka’s chic shopping scene—with unmatched elegance and hospitality.