Umeda Sky Building Tours and Activities

Umeda Sky Building featuring cbd, skyline and modern architecture
Umeda Sky Building featuring modern architecture and central business district
Umeda Sky Building which includes city views and modern architecture
Umeda Sky Building featuring city views and modern architecture
Umeda Sky Building featuring modern architecture and a high-rise building


Take in the spectacular views from the sky deck of one of Osakaā€™s most recognisable landmarks, a building that is among the most unusual skyscrapers in the world.

Shimmering in the Osaka sunshine, this 173-metre (567-foot) tall skyscraper is an engineering marvel. Located in one of Osakaā€™s most popular districts, the Umeda Sky Building is the jewel in the Shin Umeda City complex. Itā€™s surrounded by traditional-style restaurants and landscaped city streets. At the top of the building, the Floating Garden Observatory is a great place to look over Osaka.

Since 1993, the Umeda Sky Building has punctuated the skyline of the Shin Umeda district. The structure features two 40-storey towers connected by a bridge. Cross the bridge to discover the buildingā€™s main attraction, a floating garden.

Ride the elevator to the 40th floor to visit the garden. Look through its windows to see across the Osaka skyline to Awaji Island in the distance. If youā€™re feeling brave, emerge into the fresh air on the roof of the Umeda Sky Building to take what will surely be one of the best photos of your trip. The air is crisp and fresh up here, so bring a jacket and avoid it on windy days.

Venture beneath the building to find the enchanting market restaurants in the basement. Takimi Koji is an underground street dedicated to gourmet food and one of the best places to eat in the area. The nostalgic dining experience recreates the charisma of mid-20th century Osaka and is a fascinating cultural experience.

After you eat, head out onto the streets to explore the sights of Shin Umeda City. Follow walking trails to discover cascading water features and manicured gardens.

The Umeda Sky Buildingā€™s observation deck is open daily. An admission fee applies. To reach the building catch the subway to Umeda station and follow the signs to Shin Umeda City.

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Reviews of Umeda Sky Building

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It was a really good experience but the length of the ques for going up and down was ridiculous. It was so tiring to wait as they only have 2 lifts to go up and down. Skywalk was very well worth it. We had the OSAKA amazing pass and we went around 5:30 as we had to enter before 6 for free entry (osaka pass) make sure you go at that time to get the maximum benefits of the voucher. but be sure to be there at least 20 mins early as lines are very very long!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Best at night. Winter very cold better prepare

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