Visit Sakai Ward
Popular places to visit
Bicycle Museum
Located in the heart of Japan's bicycle manufacturing district, this museum focuses on the history of cycling in the country.
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 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 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.
Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
Rich with history, Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Sakai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
From Osaka: Sakai Knife Factory and Craft Walking Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
Our pick of the best Sakai Ward Hotel Deals
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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 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.
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.