Abeno Harukas (あべのハルカス), located in Osaka, Japan, is a skyscraper and multi-purpose complex housing a department store, office space, a hotel, and an observation deck. Completed in 2014, it stands at 300 meters (984 feet) tall, making it the second-tallest building in Japan as of 2023.
The observation deck, occupying the 58th, 59th, and 60th floors of the building, offers stunning views of Osaka and the surrounding areas. Visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas of the city’s skyline, including landmarks like Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
The complex also features the Kintetsu Department Store Main Store, a 14-floor shopping haven with a wide range of products, from high-end fashion to everyday necessities. The “Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel,” located on the upper floors, is a popular choice for both tourists and business travelers.
Additionally, Abeno Harukas houses the Abeno Harukas Art Museum, which hosts various exhibitions, and the “Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Department Store Tower Building” in the basement, where visitors can find a wide variety of food and drinks.
Abeno Harukas is situated in the Abeno district of Osaka, known for its vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment scene. Easily accessible by public transportation, including the Osaka Metro and JR lines, it is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Osaka.
Getting there
From Osaka Station to Abeno Harukas:
| Train | Osaka Station ↓ Osaka Loop Line (Counter-Clockwise) ↓ 18 minutes (9 stops) Tennoji Station ↓ Walk about 3 minutes ↓ Abeno Harukas (Cost 210 yen) |
Harukas 300 (Observatory)
| Hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Admission | Adults: 1,800 yen Junior high school students: 1,200 yen Elementary school students: 700 yen Age 4 and above: 500 yen |
Abeno Harukas
| Hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Admission | Free |
| Phone | +81 6-6621-0300 |
| Address | 1 Chome-1-43 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-6016 |
| Official Website | https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/index.html |
