Hanshin Umeda Main Store in Osaka is hosting a special summer festival featuring Sesame Street from July 22 to August 18, 2026. This event offers exclusive shaved ice desserts, fun family activities, and unique merchandise, perfect for visitors looking to enjoy a cool and memorable summer experience in the city.
Visitors to Japan during the summer can enjoy limited-edition treats like character-themed shaved ice and a special black sesame shaved ice only available at Hanshin Umeda. The festival also includes interactive events for children, including a special Sesame Street train ride and a variety of hands-on workshops, making it an ideal outing for families and fans of the beloved Sesame Street characters.
About the Hanshin Umeda Summer Festival
The “HANSHIN Summer Festival: Play and Learn!” runs throughout the Hanshin Umeda Main Store, featuring exclusive products and events inspired by Sesame Street. Highlights include a special “Elmo Train” ride departing from the Hanshin Amagasaki Depot to Osaka Umeda Station, where children can meet Elmo and friends for photo opportunities and workshops. Limited-edition merchandise such as aquarium-themed plush charms of Sesame Street characters and original cooling fans are also available.
Highlights
- Exclusive Sesame Street character shaved ice from ¥1,480, including Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Big Bird flavors.
- Limited-time black sesame shaved ice at ¥1,980, featuring a cute Elmo tiger pick, available only at Hanshin Umeda starting July 29.
- Special “Warabi Mochi” shaved ice from Isuzu Chaya at ¥1,000, combining smooth mochi with black syrup and roasted soybean flour.
- Elegant tabletop bamboo flowing somen noodle set from Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten priced at ¥33,000.
- Exclusive aquarium plush charms of Sesame Street characters at ¥3,520 each.
- Special body shampoo pop-up shop featuring “Badens” products from July 22 to 28, with items like a 400ml body shampoo for ¥1,980.
- Family-friendly workshops and a unique Sesame Street train event on August 1.
- Original Sesame Street fans available at multiple entrances from July 22 while supplies last.
Event & Menu Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | HANSHIN Summer Festival: Play and Learn! featuring Sesame Street |
| Menu / items | Character shaved ice (from ¥1,480); Black sesame shaved ice (¥1,980); Warabi Mochi shaved ice (¥1,000); Aquarium plush charms (¥3,520 each); Tabletop bamboo flowing somen set (¥33,000); Body shampoo B (400ml) (¥1,980) |
| Location | Hanshin Umeda Main Store, Osaka |
| Address | 1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka |
| Period | July 22, 2026 – August 18, 2026 |
| Release date | July 22, 2026 |
| Price | ¥1,000; ¥1,480; ¥1,980; ¥3,520; ¥33,000 (all tax included) |
