Hep Five Ferris wheel Travel Guide

Free Guide: Experience breathtaking Osaka views from the iconic red HEP Five Ferris Wheel, soaring 106 meters above Umeda's vibrant cityscape.

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Experience breathtaking Osaka views from the iconic red HEP Five Ferris Wheel, soaring 106 meters above Umeda's vibrant cityscape.

The HEP Five Ferris Wheel, a bright red landmark atop the HEP Five shopping complex in Umeda, Osaka, offers panoramic city views from 106 meters high. Each gondola provides a 15-minute ride with music and climate control, making it a unique urban experience.

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Opening hours

  • Every day11 am–10:45 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

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〒530-0017 Osaka, Kita Ward, Kakudacho, 5−15 HEP FIVE 7F
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Public Transport

From Osaka Station, walk east for about 6 minutes to HEP Five, easily spotted by the large red Ferris wheel. Alternatively, from Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station, walk south for 4 minutes. Several Osaka Metro stations are also nearby, including Umeda Station (M16), Higashi-Umeda Station (T20), and Nishi-Umeda Station. A single subway fare within the city averages ¥180-¥330.

Walking

From the Umeda Sky Building, walk east for approximately 12 minutes to reach HEP Five. The Ferris wheel is a prominent landmark and easy to spot. No costs are involved for this approach.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Umeda. A short taxi ride from Osaka Station to HEP Five will typically cost between ¥700-¥900, depending on traffic. Note that there are no parking facilities at HEP Five.

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The HEP Five Ferris Wheel is an iconic symbol of Osaka, perched atop the HEP Five shopping complex in the bustling Umeda district. Opened in 1998, it was the world's first Ferris wheel to be integrated into a building. The bright red color makes it easily recognizable amidst the surrounding skyscrapers.Rising 106 meters above ground, the Ferris wheel offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Osaka. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Mount Ikoma. At night, the city lights create a romantic atmosphere. Each of the 52 gondolas seats four people and is equipped with air conditioning, heating, and Bluetooth speakers, allowing you to personalize your ride with music. The ride lasts approximately 15 minutes.HEP Five itself is a popular shopping mall with over 170 shops, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. The mall caters to a younger crowd, with many fashion retailers. Inside the main entrance is a large atrium featuring a giant red whale sculpture.

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