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.
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 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.
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Daisen Park Japanese Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Daisen Park Japanese Garden, a lovely green space in Sakai.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Umeda Sky Building - Kuchu Teien Observatory Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Sakai Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel is at a great location and is very close to OCAT (Osaka City Bus Terminal) and Namba Subway Sation. Staff are very friendly and can speak English. Rooms are clean and quiet and amenities are good. Check-in and Check-out process is easy and fast. The only downside is rooms are quite small. I ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Room was spotless and great staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean and convenient location
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Excellent room, amenities and staff. Nearby to so many shops for shopping, restaurants and transport. Breakfast was plentiful and good.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Helpful staff. Good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Very good hotel and excellent location to all the fun in Osaka.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
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 Osaka City Air Terminal 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).
Minato
Minato is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to explore sights like Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
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.
