As part of the area-wide Champagne Gold Illumination in Umekita event, Grand Front Osaka is hosting a one-off Grand Santa Parade to spread festive cheer across this bustling city-centre district. Participation is free, but places are limited to 500 Santas, and online registration closes on December 15.
All participants will be provided with a Santa outfit, and you'll be guided on a festive stroll through the Umekita district, which is currently undergoing major redevelopment. Along the way, you’ll take part in light clean-up activities and hand out small gifts to passersby. All materials are provided and you even get to keep the Santa costume.
The parade runs from 4pm–5pm on Tuesday December 23, with registration opening at 3pm.