COOL NEWS
About COOL OSAKA
COOL OSAKA is a project that introduces “cool” ways to sightsee and enjoy your time in Osaka, even during the sweltering summer heat.
We’re introducing a new way to enjoy a comfortable summer in Osaka.
Cool Event
Expo '70 Commemorative Park Sunflower Festival
We're hosting a variety of events to help you enjoy sunflowers 100 times more!
Naniwa Exploration Cruise with a Rakugo Storyteller: Limited-Time Summer Evening Cruise
A slightly indulgent way to cool off in the evening this summer, while leisurely taking in the night view of Nakanoshima
"An Exhibition Exploring Horror: The World of Film Art"
We'll take you on an extraordinary journey that feels like stepping right into the movie!
Head to a special, cool spot to escape the heat.
Fushio Onsen, Fushio-kaku
About a 30-minute drive from downtown Osaka. A hot spring inn where you can enjoy a garden pool surrounded by greenery in the summer.
Living Museum NIFREL
Based on the concept of “touching the senses,” this facility represents a brand-new genre unlike anything seen before, designed to stimulate and enrich the sensibilities of everyone—from children to adults.
Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum
An ukiyo-e museum that collects and exhibits works primarily featuring popular actors from the Bunka and Bunsei periods of the late Edo period.
Osaka Sakai Balloon
Take a balloon ride in Sakai!
Osaka Shiki Theater
The Osaka Shiki Theater is the Kansai-region base for the Shiki Theater Company, which is synonymous with musicals in Japan.
Umeda Arts Theater, Main Hall
The former Umeda Koma Theater reopened after renovations in 2005. It presents a diverse range of performances, from musicals to classical music, opera, and ballet.
Harukas 300 (Observation Deck)
A sweeping panoramic view of the Keihanshin area. A three-story observation deck located on the 58th through 60th floors of Abeno Harukas. It also features a café and restaurant.
HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel
One of the landmarks of Umeda, Osaka. From its highest point, 106 meters above ground level, you can enjoy a panoramic view all the way to the Akashi Strait.
Make Osaka's summer even more delicious with these refreshing desserts.
Mt. Ikoma Shaved Ice Project “Ikoma Ice”
"Ikoma Ice" is the collective term for original shaved ice creations designed by participating shops in the Mount Ikoma area to evoke the image of Mount Ikoma.
Chilled Mitara-shi Dango
A traditional Japanese summer treat: chewy dango best enjoyed chilled. They pair perfectly with the sweet-and-salty mitarashi sauce and are great for eating on the go.
Lemon Squash
In Osaka, where retro coffee shop culture still thrives, old-fashioned lemon squash is also popular. Its refreshing tartness and fizz help cool you down after a hot day of walking around the city.
Mixed Juice (Osaka Specialty)
A signature drink that epitomizes Osaka’s coffee shop culture. Characterized by its mild sweetness—a blend of several types of fruit and milk—it’s a favorite at long-established coffee shops in areas such as Umeda and Shinsekai.
Chilled Noodles
Dishes like chilled udon and chilled Chinese noodles are perfect for the hot season. In Osaka, where dashi culture runs deep, there are many restaurants where you can enjoy flavorful cold noodle dishes.
Shaved Ice
In Osaka, you can enjoy a wide variety of shaved ice, from traditional sweet shops to trendy specialty stores. Why not treat yourself to a bowl made with seasonal fruits or Uji matcha and experience the refreshing coolness that only summer can offer?
Enjoy a comfortable shopping experience in a cool environment.
Crista Nagahori
An underground shopping arcade located in Shinsaibashi, the heart of Osaka. It features approximately 100 specialty stores offering fashion, general merchandise, gourmet food, and various services.
Hoop
A shopping center catering to young women, featuring a mix of famous fashion brands, unique boutique shops, and large specialty stores.
Namba Walk
An underground shopping mall that is a landmark of Osaka's Minami district, home to about 200 stores offering fashion, gourmet food, general merchandise, cafes, and more.
Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store
In the fall of 2019, the main building—with its magnificent Neo-Gothic architecture—underwent a renovation. With a diverse lineup ranging from luxury brands to trendy youth brands, it’s popular with a wide range of customers.
Whity Umeda
A massive underground shopping mall in Osaka’s “Kita” district, home to a wide variety of businesses. It houses approximately 180 stores, ranging from restaurants to clothing shops, variety stores, and various service providers.
Osaka Station City
Shopping, entertainment, dining... Just come here and you can enjoy a whole day of fun at this trendy new hotspot!
Hankyu Umeda Main Store
It grand opened in 2012 as a “theatrical department store” that offers not just products, but also the cultural experiences behind them. With a total floor area of 84,000 square meters, it is one of Japan’s largest department stores.
Hankyu Higashi-dori Shopping Street
The largest entertainment district in Osaka's Kita area, where the Ohatsu Tenjin Shopping Street and the Hankyu Higashi-Nakadori Shopping Street intersect.
Step into Osaka’s pleasant nighttime atmosphere—a world apart from the daytime.
Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
With a collection centered on modern and contemporary art and design from Osaka and around the world, we aim to become a platform that combines creative power with the ability to share our vision.
Tennoji Zoo
A zoo with a history spanning more than 110 years. Its “ecological exhibits,” which recreate the landscapes of the animals’ natural habitats—such as the African Savanna Zone—are very popular.
Osaka Sakai Balloon
Take a balloon ride in Sakai!
FARPLANE
If you're ever in Namba, be sure to stop by! "FARPLANE"—a vibrantly colored, otherworldly realm that floats in the night sky of America-mura.
Nakanoshima LOVE CENTRAL
Nakanoshima LOVE CENTRAL is a complex comprising the Italian restaurant “sumile OSAKA,” produced by the hugely popular artist “DREAMS COME TRUE,”the BBQ lounge “NOCTURNE,” the river cruise “KPG RIVER CRUISE,” and the wedding salon “Nakanoshima RIVER WONDERLAND.”
Harukas 300 (Observation Deck)
A sweeping panoramic view of the Keihanshin area. A three-story observation deck located on the 58th through 60th floors of Abeno Harukas. It also features a café and restaurant.
Private Sightseeing Cruise: Nakanoshima GATE
Spectacular night views from the water! Nakanoshima Private VIP Cruise. Enjoy an unforgettable experience through in-depth activities and guided tours!
Sakishima Cosmo Tower Observation Deck
From the observation deck, you can take in a panoramic view of the Osaka Bay area, Awaji Island, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Kansai International Airport, and more.
Cool Move
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Visit a morning market in summer! Three markets for Osaka food culture
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