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.
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Top hotels in Sakai Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Newer business hotel. Room sizes are exactly what to expect from a business hotel. Room is clean and hotel is quiet. Only negative is the onsite steak house. We ordered a tomahawk, among other things, and it was absolutely awful.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Quiet, Clean, and in a great spot for things to do. The check in/out process is super easy and straightforward. I will definitely stay here again when visiting Osaka!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Close to Osaka station. This is a large hotel with all the comforts and amenities that go with that. Convenient for an overnight before flying out.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Super convenient, close to everything, very easy for access to airport and train stations to visit other areas like Kobe and Kyoto. Rooms are spacious and clean. Would definitely book here again.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Excellent location. The breakfast was decent and quite delicious. Comfortable and convenient experience
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Room amenities were good.
Reviewed on 8 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 Tsutenkaku Tower 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.
