Jan 29, 2014 - 1 min read

Namba Parks, Osaka

Amazing shopping and great architectural design

By Peter Lin

Community writer

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The impressive terraced gardens of Namba Parks

The architecture resembles a mixture of natural stone and hanging gardens.

Beautiful geometric shapes underline the architecture of the complex.

The multilevel complex is a pleasure to stroll and browse.

The space is open and full of natural light.

The spaces are a mix of enclosed and open areas at multiple levels.

Namba Parks is easily accessible from Nankai Namba Station.

The Namba Parks complex is an amazingly designed mixed-use space in the Namba district in Osaka. Designed by an American architect and open since 2003, the color and geometry resemble the walls of a canyon. Strolling up and down the terraced rooftop gardens, there is a dramatic sense of scale and movement accentuated by waterfalls and hanging greenery. The retail stores are diverse and abundant, but the overall shopping experience is dominated by the awe-inspiring architecture and unusual design. You've got direct access to Namba Parks from Nankai Line Namba Station. The shops are open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.