Sakai Ward Travel Guide
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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 charming cafes 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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
Bicycle Museum
You can study the exhibits at Bicycle Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Sakai. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Universal Studios Japan
Have a fun-filled day at Universal Studios Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dotonbori
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Dotonbori, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Sakai Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
You must try the bathhouse when you stay, so clean and hot milky soaking water makes you feel SO soft after. Breakfast was good. Dinner at the restaurant on F2 was fantastic. Great staff. Convenient location near train stop. Bed was comfy. Everything well kept.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Beautiful property - we booked this last minute for a great rate. It is a gorgeous property with spectacular views of Osaka - we stayed in a corner twin room. The restaurants are overpriced but the food and service are wonderful. Great overall location - can walk easily to shopping, Dontonbori and ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Lots of amenities in the area. Hotel is very nice and modern. Close to trsin station. Very busy area
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Awesome
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very nice hotel, spacious rooms with comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
This hotel is in a convenient area. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We stayed in a corner room King REI and it was fantastic. The view at night was beautiful. The beds were very comfortable and the room was very clean. We received a warm welcome while celebrating our honeymoon and a hand decorated ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 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 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).
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater and Nipponbashi 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.
