Written by Aarohi Narain
Dive into summer fun at the Shin-Umeda City Summer Festival in Osaka.
What happens?
This summer, the Umeda Sky Building offers a delightful mix of traditional and modern activities. From 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., experience the charm of Japanese summer with Bon Odori dances, kids’ games, and a Doctor Yellow mini-Shinkansen ride.
The festival is held in Wonder Square on the first floor of the building. There will be balloon art, traditional food stalls, and workshops, making it a perfect outing for families.
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Schedule 2025
- 15:00 onwards: Children’s games, food stalls, and Doctor Yellow rides begin
- 17:30–18:00: Children’s Bon Odori dance
- 18:00–18:30: A demonstration of Gujō Odori (a famous dance from Gifu)
- 18:30–19:00: Festival music
- 19:00–21:00: The main Bon Odori dance
Note that rides on Doctor Yellow will stop at 8 p.m.
Entry
Admission is free. The Doctor Yellow ride costs ¥400 per ride.
How to get there
The Umeda Sky Building is a 15-minute walk from Osaka and Umeda stations.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Late
Jul
2026
新梅田シティ夏祭り
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
- 0.6 km from Ōsaka Station Osaka Loop Line (O11)JR Kyoto Line (A47)JR Kobe Line (A47)
- 0.7 km from Umeda Station Midōsuji Line (M16)Hankyu Kyoto Main Line (HK1)
- 0.8 km from Nishi-Umeda Station Yotsubashi Line (Y11)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 33 ºC
Low: 28 ºC
