We visited a few years ago and got up to the 39th floor and got some cool views around the escalators for free. In this area there is a ticket office to pay for the observation deck area but it was too busy when we went to justify it on New Year's Day (January 1) so we just admired the building from the outside. There was lots of construction in the area in January with some cyclists using the pedestrian areas but hopefully this clears up soon. Tickets for entry are now 2000 yen for adults. It is about a 12 minute walk from the Osaka Station and there are plenty of restaurants and cafes in the area. During the month leading up to Christmas the plaza out front hosts a German Christmas Market.

As soon as we stepped out of Osaka train station, this distinctive looking building was clearly visible. From there, it was an easy 5 minute walk. You can get virtually to the top, including riding up the 'great view' escalators, for free. You can see a great deal of Osaka from high up at various spots as you go. But for that little extra of being able to go outside onto the top of the roof - or the Observatory - as they call it, it is definitely worth paying a little extra (only 2000 yen each) From there you have a wonderful 360 degree view, and get to see Kyoto in the distance, and be surprised and impressed by the number of bridges Osaka has crossing its river below. And unlike the two towers we went up in Tokyo, you are not tied down to a particular time if you book online in advance. Just turn up on your chosen day whenever you feel like it.

We were staying in the business area and walked from our hotel in 25 minutes. Visited in February so it was not busy. Didn’t prebook tickets. Used the English friendly machine for tickets once there. As you go around there are window nitches to take some great photos. Also a mirrored ceiling so dont forget to look up for interesting selfies. We saw lots of people doing this and copied them. You will then come to a cafe/bar area. Very gratefull to nab a table right next to a window to enjoy a beer ( also icecream). Busy, so if see a table grab it. On the other side of the cafe is a row of counter stools that follow the windows around for some excellent views. It’s a lot busier in this section if you want to find a place to sit. After this bit there is a small theater to see how the building was constructed and toilets. You can then continue up the stairs, or elevator to get up to the top and walk around the building. It’s not enclosed but outside In the fresh air. This wasn’t a place we put on or must sees. We needed a place to see before check in. So glad we came.

Be prepared for around a 10-15 minute walk from the Umeda Station as there was a bit of construction going on and streets were boarded up when we were visiting back in July. There were no signs indicating which direction to head to ; therefore, it took us a while to locate the right way as we had to locate the Umeda Sky Building to guide us over. You will need to purchase your ticket to the Observatory on the 45th floor when you enter to the entrance on the right side as you face the Umeda Sky Building. Take the escalator to the 3rd floor, then the elevator to the 39th floor to purchase your entrance ticket at the machines. They accept credit cards. Continue your visit by heading on the glass elevator ride up to the 45th floor for the last five stories. Make sure you get the dated eki stamp of your visit from the Information Shop when you exit from the elevator ride up. Upon arrival it was currently decorated with many colorful Japanese paper umbrellas on the floor and walls. Continue your visit around the building and up to the outdoor Observatory decks-- be careful as it can get windy. Great views of the Osaka skyline. Notice that the commute hours are not like the United States as the bridges and roads are not that full. Majority of the Japanese people utilize the subway as their means of transportation around!! What a difference!! Worth a visit up here !

This is Osaka’s most well-known landmark. There are two 40 stories towers which are interconnected with glass panels with an escalator. The top of the building has a unique circular ring structure. The ticket to go up to the observatory is ¥1500 which is cheaper than a lot of other observatories in other big cities. While it has nothing really spectacular, this is a place to tick the box that one has been to Osaka.

Glass lift all the way to the top, so not for the faint heated. Great views around the city. The art gallery is worth a visit in the other part of the building. A 3D show to start and then wander around looking at some fascinating pieces of artwork. Small cafe is located at the end of the gallery with some snacks and drinks.

Architecturally very intriguing building You go up in the elevator to the 45th floor (140 meters) then through a cantilevered escalator you reach the terrace from which you can admire a great 360 degree panorama of the city of Osaka It is the tallest building in the city To go up 1500 yen It can also be visited at night until 10pm

We purchased the Osaka pass and this was included. We got there just before sunset and luckily didn't have to pay anything additional. I chose this one over the other building offering views because of the escalator and unique architecture. We enjoyed the view and waited for sunset as well as the novelty and also as it was getting ready for Xmas there were decorations on the 39th floor. We stayed for a couple of hours. It was quite a hike to get there from Umeda Station as there was much construction going on in the surrounds. We later went for dinner at a ramen place near an undercover street near there which was buzzing. Glad we went there and tend to only pick one place per city to look at the view.

Architecturally this building is amazing. 170m and 40 floors. There is a shop, cafe and viewing area on the 39th floor and then you walk up another flight to go onto the outside deck. Great view of Osaka despite some fog. We enjoyed both the escalators up and down. There is also a quaint area in the basement with restaurants, all made to look like an old street.

Located several blocks form my hotel, I passed this attraction while walking from my hotel to the Osaka Station during my 4-day stay in Osaka.I noted people walking towards it and did not know that it is an attraction. Entrance fee is 1,500 yen or about $10.00. I used the escalators to reach the Reception area where the entrance fees are paid. To go up the Viewing area, we took the elevator and several escalators. To go further up, one has to use the stairs. Nice viewing areas here, to see Osaka and its various neighborhoods, bridges, etc. There is a Gift Shop, small museum,restaurants in the building. Some exhibits also explain the architects’ vision about the buildings. Outside, there are some gardens to visit, some fountains too.