Sakai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sakai
Where to stay in Sakai
Sakai Ward
While you're in Sakai Ward, take in top sights like Sakai City Hall or Fenice Sacay, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Myokokuji-Mae Station or Hanataguchi Station.
Kita Ward
When in Kita Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aeon Mall Sakai Kitahanada or Fenice Sacay and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shinkanaoka Station or Nakamozu Station.
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Hamadera Park or Osaka Bay, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Suwanomori Station or Hamadera-Ekimae Station.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Sakai Green Museum Harvest Hill and Big Bang are top sights worth seeing.
Naka Ward
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Naka Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Fenice Sacay and Hamadera Park.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"I liked the room and the hotel amenities especially having a 7-11 in the hotel. Room was small but typical for Japan. The check in was not good. One person taking in all the luggage while four staff members just stand at the front desk not helping at all. Then when you check in you have to do it ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Staff help me to change room because of the air conditioning problem .👍"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Awesome hotel and location is the best for those who want to explore the Namba area. It was very family-friendly and trendy hotel."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"Very simple and enjoyable experience BUT very depressing there is no front staff. Understandable though."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi
"Apart from the various stains on the couch, the rest of the apartment was clean. We did report the stains to the front desk but no intervention was done. In-suite laundry is extrenely convienent and the kitchen has basic utensils. Quiet neighborhood but not too far from the station."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
"Nice bright clean and spacious room. Kitchenette had stove and saucepan frypan and cutlery. Convenient laundry machine in room and drying fan in washroom. Big balcony."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
