Sakai Ward Travel Guide
Osaka
Visit Sakai Ward
Popular places to visit
Emperor Nintoku's Tomb
Find out about the history of Sakai when you spend time at Emperor Nintoku's Tomb. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Bicycle Museum
Located in the heart of Japan's bicycle manufacturing district, this museum focuses on the history of cycling in the country.
Old Sakai Lighthouse
Old Sakai Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in Sakai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Sakai City Hall
Sakai City Hall is just one of the places to see in Sakai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
You can study the exhibits at Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Sakai. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Daisen Park
Explore the great outdoors at Daisen Park, a lovely green space in Sakai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes)
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Top hotels in Sakai Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
staff super friendly roof pool only open in the summer
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Amazing stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Nice room and clean, we enjoy our stay!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Room was great I didn’t like having to take two elevators to get to the room. I found this a bit cumbersome. Otherwise good location
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Clean room, quiet, overall very nice
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sakai Ward
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Osaka City Museum of Fine Art while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Spa World are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
