A charming, diverse community that generates new culture and information

Grand Front Osaka opened in Umekita, the former site of JR Umeda Freight Station, in 2013 during the first phase of area redevelopment. The nearly seven-hectare space isn’t simply a commercial complex, it is also a new “town” with green spaces and babbling brooks that encourage interactions. Various projects are under way here with the goal of generating new ideas and innovation.

Creating a community that enables diverse encounters and interactions

Grand Front Osaka is a popular shopping destination thanks to a large variety of fashion and lifestyle shops as well as restaurants, but it also serves an important role as a community that brings about innovation.
Knowledge Capital, located in the North Building, is a place for interaction and knowledge creation, where experts, such as researchers, can work together with the public to create new value. Here, you’ll find ACTIVE Lab., an area where the latest technologies and activities from companies and universities are on display, and CAFE Lab., a communication café where a diverse range of culture and information intersects, as well as the Knowledge Salon, which supports science, the arts, culture, and business. Grand Front Osaka isn’t simply a place for shopping and dining, rather, it is a kind of town that fosters interactions. The Umekita Phase 2 Development Project aims to create a next-generation urban spaces and is sure to be a unique spot where even more people gather.

SOCIO – A place for lively social activities

One of the attractions of Grand Front Osaka isn’t simply a visit to the many facilities, it’s the chance to make friends in various communities. SOCIO is an official social activity that offers various programs including art, music, sports, and healthcare at spaces on the premises. It’s a great place to meet people and expand your social circle. Why not find an activity that piques your interest and try it out?