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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 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.
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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.

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.