Hankyu Umeda Main Store Launches Indoor Summer Playground: Giant Balloon, Mini Train, and Family Workshops from July 29

HUG FAMILY FES LOVE & PEACE – A Journey Around the World Connected by Balloons

Period: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 – Monday, August 3, 2026 *The final day ends at 5:00 PM

Location: 9th Floor Festival Plaza, Hankyu Umeda Main Store

Hankyu Umeda Main Store is launching its summer experiential campaign 'HANKYU Kids College,' centered on the theme of 'Enjoy, Learn, and Experience' across the entire store. As part of this initiative, the 9th-floor Festival Plaza will host 'HUG FAMILY FES LOVE & PEACE' from July 29 to August 3, featuring a giant 'Rainbow Balloon' and a storybook-themed world. Families can enjoy hands-on craft workshops, shopping, and other 'LOVE & PEACE' experiences together. On August 1 (Sat) and 2 (Sun), special events including a children's fashion show and an entertaining talk show will also be held.

A Theme Park-Like Experience! The 'Mikihouse' Puccy Train Will Also Run!

◎ July 29 (Wed) – August 3 (Mon)

Daily: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

*Last entry at 4:45 PM

◎ Participation Fee: 500 JPY per child (up to one guardian may accompany)

*Open registration

*Payment at the designated counter; please present your receipt to staff at the boarding entrance.

*Children aged 3 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.

Serious Craft Experiences That Make Kids' Joy Come True

'Interieur Verblanc'

Snow Globe Making

Choose from over 300 types of parts to create your own original snow globe.

◎ July 29 (Wed) – 31 (Fri), August 3 (Mon) Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (approx. 50 minutes per session)

*Last registration at 5:00 PM

*August 3 (Mon): Registration ends at 4:00 PM

◎ Workshop Space

◎ Participation Fee: Base fee 2,530 JPY + 220 JPY per part

Details available here. *Open registration

'Very Deco'

Icing Cookie Decorating

Draw directly on cookies! Stencil-like nozzles are provided, making it fun even for first-timers.

◎ July 29 (Wed) – August 3 (Mon) Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (approx. 30 minutes per session)

*August 3 (Mon): Last registration at 3:00 PM

◎ Inside 'Very Deco'

◎ Participation Fee: 770 JPY (includes one cookie)

*Event ends when materials run out.

*Finished products will be available approximately 40 minutes after completion.

Details available here. *Open registration

'Programbo'

Create Your Own One-of-a-Kind Animal Robot

Build your own animal robot using robotics kits and bring it to life through programming.

◎ August 3 (Mon): 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM (approx. 60 minutes per session)

◎ Workshop Space

◎ Recommended Age: Kindergarten (5–6 years) to Elementary School

◎ Participation Fee: 2,200 JPY

Details and reservations available here.

'Genie'

Draw on Wood! Build and Decorate Your Own House

Build a house using solid wood blocks, then decorate it with crayons—paint your favorite colors, draw flowers, rainbows, windows, and doors. After completion, write your name and take it home.

◎ August 1 (Sat) & 2 (Sun) Sessions: 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM (approx. 20 minutes per session)

◎ Inside the shop

◎ Recommended Age: 3–10 years

◎ Participation Fee: 550 JPY

Details and reservations available here.

*Preschool children must be accompanied by a guardian. *Wait times may apply during peak hours.

Enjoy Shopping Too! Exclusive Goods from Popular Aquarium 'Atta' and 'Hug Family' Original Tote Bags

'Atta' Polka Dot Stingray Tote Bag: 2,890 JPY, Zabuton Cushion: 3,500 JPY 'Senobito' Pressed Flower Sailor Shirt (90–120cm): 5,940 JPY 'Moro' T-Shirt (92–176cm): from 8,690 JPY 'Hug Family' Original Tote Bag: 2,530 JPY

August 1 (Sat) & 2 (Sun) Only! Children's Fashion Show and Talk Show on the Stage Under the Grand Staircase at the Festival Plaza

Nifrel × Vortrail Fashion Academy × HANKYU Kids College

'Doku wo Matou' Fashion Show

Children will showcase their self-made outfits on the runway, themed around 'poison'.

◎ August 2 (Sun) 11:00 AM –

◎ Free Viewing

Art × Music to Make the World Happy!

'Color Manas' Representative Takayuki Irie's Interactive Talk Live

'Color Manas' creates experiences combining music, art, and fashion, centered on the concept of 'See, Hear, and Feel.' Takayuki Irie will share the inspiration and story behind launching the project in London, UK, and the messages embedded in their art and music.

◎ August 1 (Sat) 11:00 AM – (approx. 30 minutes)

◎ Free Viewing

For more events and details, please visit the official website.

After Lots of Play, Refresh with Fresh Juice

'Kimura Fruits' From left: Peach Juice (S size) 990 JPY, (M size) 1,210 JPY; Watermelon Juice (S size) 715 JPY, (M size) 869 JPY

The popular 'Kimura Fruits Juice Bar' from the B1 floor is coming to the event! Fresh seasonal peach and watermelon juices will be available.

Also available: An adventure map connecting the world through balloons, letting you explore the store like an explorer.

*For guidance on how to explore and play, please ask staff at the 9th-floor Festival Plaza or 11th floor.

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