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Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine
It is the head shrine of the 2,300 Sumiyoshi Shrines in Japan. It is one of the representative shrines in Japan, visited by more than 2 million worshippers at the beginning of each year.
Approx. 16 minutes by train and on foot -
Sakai Plaza of Rikyu & Akiko
This is a cultural tourism facility where visitors can learn about the history and culture of Sakai through the personalities and lives of Sen no Rikyu, the great master of the tea ceremony, and Yosano Akiko, a poet. Visitors can also enjoy experiencing the tea ceremony.
Approx. 6 minutes by car -
Tumulus of Emperor Nintoku
It is one of the tumuli that make up the Mozu and Furuichi Tumulus Group, a World Heritage Site, and is said to be the largest burial mound in Japan and one of the largest in the world.
Approx. 11 minutes by car -
Sakai City Museum
This museum allows visitors to learn about the history and culture of Sakai in an easy-to-understand manner. Exhibits that allow visitors to learn about Sakai in depth, including archaeology, art, history, industry, and folklore, are presented in an enjoyable manner.
Approx. 13 minutes by car -
Old Sakai Lighthouse
The old Sakai Lighthouse, the site of a wooden Western-style lighthouse, is one of the oldest existing wooden Western-style lighthouses and is designated as a national historic site.
Approx. 12 minutes on foot -
Sugawara Shrine
Since its construction in 997, the shrine has enshrined Sugawara no Michizane for more than 1,000 years. As Sakai Ebisu, it is famous as the best Ebisu in southern Osaka.
Approx. 19 minutes on foot -
Osaka Tenmangu Shrine
Approx. 38 minutes by train and on foot
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Shitennō-ji
Approx. 41 minutes by train and on foot
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Chikuma
Approx. 5 minutes by car
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Japanese Confectionery Kanbukuro
A long-established Japanese sweets store famous for its walnut rice cakes. The walnut rice cakes have a mild sweetness and a wonderful bean flavor.
*Image from SAKAI TOURISM & CONVENTION BUREAU official website.
Approx. 6 minutes by car -
Japanese Confectionery Kojima
Using the best ingredients and a secret method passed down from generation to generation, we have been making confections for 490 years. The famous "Keshi-mochi," which has been handed down from the Muromachi period (1333-1573), is one of its most popular products.
*Image from Honke Kojima official website.
Approx. 6 minutes by car -
Sakai City Fisheries Federation Toretore Market
Toretore Market is held on Saturdays and Sundays only. It is a gourmet spot where the whole family can enjoy fresh seafood sales, seafood stalls, and barbecues.
Approx. 4 minutes by car -
Tsutenkaku Tower
Since its establishment in 1912, the observation tower has long been a symbol of Osaka. At night, the tower is illuminated, creating a deep downtown Osaka atmosphere with neon lights.
Approx. 33 minutes by train and on foot -
551 Horai
This is the first store of "551 Hourai," the royal road to Osaka souvenirs. The shop offers a wide variety of products that will bring a smile to your face, such as pork buns and popsicles filled with the delicious taste of the ingredients as they are.
Approx. 20 minutes by train and on foot
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Teppocho Aeon Mall
Located near Shichido Station on the Nankai Main Line, this large-scale shopping mall consists of specialty stores and amusement facilities. 160 stores are lined up in a row, offering everything you need.
Approx. 7 minutes by train and on foot -
Fenice Sacay
Fenice Sacay presents excellent performing arts and a variety of performances under the themes of "creation," "exchange," "dissemination," and "leap to the future" in artistic culture.
Approx. 7 minutes by car -
RINKU PREMIUM OUTLETS
This outlet is located on the opposite shore from Kansai International Airport. In a townscape reminiscent of an American port town, visitors can enjoy shopping at approximately 250 popular brands from Japan and abroad.
Approx. 40 minutes by train and on foot -
Dotonbori Glico Sign
A landmark of Osaka Minami. The sign changes with the seasons, events, and times, making it the perfect place to take a commemorative photo in Osaka.
Approx. 31 minutes by train and on foot -
Namba Parks
A green shopping area with a canyon-like landscape. It also has a variety of brand-name stores and cafes, as well as an 11-screen movie theater, making it an all-day destination.
Approx. 18 minutes by train and on foot -
ABENO HARUKAS
It is the tallest building in Japan, boasting a height of 300 meters above ground. The observation deck on the top 60th floor offers a panoramic view of the Osaka cityscape, and of course, you can enjoy gourmet food and shopping to the fullest.
Approx. 31 minutes by train and on foot -
Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street
Approx. 35 minutes by train and on foot
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Ohama Park
It has a baseball field, an outdoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, tennis courts, a sumo wrestling arena, a monkey breeding house, and Sotetsuyama, and is used for sports and recreation.
Approx. 4 minutes on foot -
Hamadera Park
Completed in 1873, it is one of the oldest parks in Japan. It has leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, a garden with 6,000 flowering plants of 500 species, and other recreational facilities that are accessible to both adults and children.
Approx. 22 minutes by train and on foot -
Universal Studios Japan（USJ）
This theme park is a collection of world-class entertainment for children and adults alike, including exciting rides themed on Hollywood blockbusters and shows featuring popular characters.
Approx. 28 minutes by car -
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
The largest aquarium located in Osaka. The aquarium keeps and exhibits 30,000 living creatures of about 620 species in tanks that faithfully reproduce the natural environment of the Pacific Ocean and its surrounding waters.
Approx. 27 minutes by car -
Osaka-jo Castle Park
Osaka Castle Keep and other historical buildings stand in a row, and Osaka Castle Park surrounding the castle offers beautiful nature in all four seasons. From the observatory of Osaka Castle, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka.
Approx. 46 minutes by train and on foot -
Umeda Sky Building
The Sky Building, which is connected to two other buildings, is a complex facility with shopping, dining, and a movie theater. The Hanging Garden Observation Deck, which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Osaka cityscape from 173 meters above ground, is a popular spot with spectacular views.
Approx. 56 minutes by train and on foot -
Tennoji Zoo
Approx. 25 minutes by train and on foot
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Nagai Park
Approx. 17 minutes by car
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Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Approx. 30 minutes by car
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Namba Grand Kagetsu
Approx. 18 minutes by train and on foot
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Expo '70 Commemorative Park
Approx. 49 minutes by car
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Kyocera Dome Ōsaka
Approx. 36 minutes by train and on foot
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