Kiddy Land Osaka Umeda — Local services in Osaka

This is an essential stop for anyone who loves cute characters, whether they are classic icons (like the Monchichi I spotted!) or modern favorites like Kirby and Kanahei's Pisuke & Usagi.

Kiddy Land is truly a "land of cute characters" where you can spend hours browsing. They have an incredible, almost overwhelming selection of merchandise. If you're looking for souvenirs or gifts, you will find a ton of cute items—from every kind of keychain imaginable and dozens of different plush dolls, to stationery, apparel, and limited-edition items.

If you want to buy character goods, this is the place to go. Just be prepared to leave with more than you planned! A definite...

A bustling store filled with fun character goods that Japan does so well.

It's a little disappointing because some of the better characters have been reduced in their presence over the years to be replaced by lesser options, though I suppose it reflects trends in Japan well enough. It's in the basement and is split across two parts, though there is also a Rilakkuma/Sumikko shop on 1F that they seem loosely...

I love this Umeda department store. Lots of interesting stores plus arts and crafts stores, not to mention the Hello Kitty section in Kiddy Land. The basement is devoted to many take out restaurants. Lots of different and delicious food to try. Nearby around a two minute walk is the famous red ferris wheel too. You can spend an entire day in Umeda. Easy access by subway. It is right on the...