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 top-notch restaurants 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 Japanese Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Daisen Park Japanese Garden, a lovely green space in Sakai.
Things to do
From Osaka: Sakai Knife Factory and Craft Walking Tour
Japanese Natural Remedy Private Cooking Class
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Top hotels in Sakai Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 18 Jul 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.
Suminoe
The bars and waterfront are just a few things visitors like about Suminoe. Port of Osaka and Osaka Nanko Fishing Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Ferry Terminal Station or Nanko-higashi Station to get around the larger area.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Shitennoji Temple 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 Nipponbashi 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.
- Daisen Park Japanese Garden
- Bicycle Museum
- Hochigai Shrine
- Fenice Sacay
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Spa World
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Kobe Harborland
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Grand Front Osaka Mall