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USJ

USJ

Universal Studios Japan(Universal Studios Japan)

It is the largest theme park in Western Japan, located in Konohana Ward, Osaka City.
The park boasts a wealth of attractions that allow visitors to experience the worlds of movies and games, including Super Nintendo World and areas recreating the world of Harry Potter.
It's a place where people of all ages, from children to adults, can have fun all day long.

【Time required】
・Train:About 40 minutes
5-minute walk from the hotel → 8 minutes Nankai Main Line Sakai Station (Namba bound for Namba) → Transfer at Shin-Imamiya Station →
10 minutes on the JR Osaka Loop Line → Transfer at Nishikujo Station → 5 minutes on the JR Yumesaki Line (bound for Sakurajima) → Get off Universal-City Station
・car:About 20 minutes
Hotel → Hanshin Expressway Route 4 Wangan Line Ohama IC → Hanshin Expressway Route 5 Wangan Line Wangan Maishima IC (exit)

【Admission fee】
Varies by date(Please check Official website for details and the latest pricing.)

【Official website】
https://www.usj.co.jp
  • Tomb of Emperor Nintoku(World Heritage Component)

    • Tomb of Emperor Nintoku(World Heritage Component)

      A huge front rear tumulus located in the center of the Mozu area.
      It is the largest mound in Japan with a mound length of 486m and a total length of 840m including the moat.
      Osaka Bay is built in a place that is conscious of the view from Osaka Bay.
      A triple moat surrounds the mound.

      You can see a panoramic view of Emperor Nintoku‘s Mausoleum from a balloon in Daisen Park.
      【Osaka Sakai Balloon】Reservation required
      https://osaka-sakai-balloon.com/

      【Time required】
      ・Nankai Bus:Approximately 28 minutes
      3-minute walk from the hotel → 15 minutes by bus (Route 21) Sakai Station South Exit → Daisen Nakamachi bus stop → 10-minute walk
      3-minute walk from the hotel → 13 minutes by bus from Sakai Station South Exit (routes 33, 35 to 38, 131, 132) → Nagayamaen bus stop → 2-minute walk
      ・car:About 10 minutes
  • J-GREEN Sakai Sakai City Soccer National Training Center

    • J-GREEN Sakai Sakai City Soccer National Training Center

      A sports facility that boasts the largest facility size in Japan and promotes sports and recreation activities, including soccer.

      There are 16 soccer fields, 8 futsal fields, 1 clubhouse with restaurants, shops and conference rooms, 5 locker houses, sports and center squares, walking course and cycling course.

      【Time required】
      ・car:About 20 minutes
  • Dotonbori

    • Dotonbori

      Dotonbori, symbolized by the Glico sign, is a typical downtown area in Osaka and Minami, full of tourists day and night.
      There are many spots to enjoy, such as the Shinsaibashi Shopping Street and the America Mura, and there are shops of various genres in shopping and food.

      【Time required】
      ・Train:Approximately 22 minutes
      5-minute walk from the hotel → 12 minutes Nankai Main Line Sakai Station (bound Namba) → Namba Station → 5-minute walk
      ・car:About 15 minutes
  • Tsutenkaku Tower

    • Tsutenkaku Tower

      Tsutenkaku Tower, the symbol of Osaka, continues to illuminate the city of Osaka.
      business hours/From 9:00 to 21:00(Open all year round)

      【Time required】
      ・Train:Approximately 27 minutes
      5-minute walk from the hotel → 11 minutes Nankai Main Line Sakai Station (bound for Namba) → Shin-Imamiya Station → 11-minute walk
      ・car:About 15 minutes
  • Other surroundings

    • Osaka Sakai Balloon

      This is an experiential activity where you can enjoy a panoramic view World Heritage, Mozu Group, from the sky in a hot air balloon.

      The balloon will ascend approximately 100 meters into the air while remaining tethered to the ground by a cable, allowing passengers to experience the Daisen Kofun (Tomb of Emperor Nintoku) and other sites up close from above. It is also said that passengers will be able to recognize the keyhole shape of the keyhole-shaped burial mound, which is not visible from the ground.
      You can leisurely enjoy the entire burial mound, which is not visible from the ground, from the air.
      I'm really looking forward to it!
    • Sakai City Hall 21F Observation Lobby

      Sakai City Hall 21F Observation Lobby
      The corridor-style lobby, which offers a 360-degree view from 80 meters above the ground, is a popular spot overlooking Sakai Town of Sakai Town.

      【Time required】
      ・Nankai Bus:Approximately 17 minutes
      5-minute walk from the hotel → 10 minutes by Sakai Station Shuttle Bus (Route 0) Sakai-Higashi Station bus stop → 2-minute walk
      ・car:About 8 minutes
    • Rinku Premium Outlets

      You can enjoy shopping in a beautiful cityscape full of resorts lined with two-story buildings with about 210 brands.

      【Time required】
      ・Train:Approximately 42 minutes
      5-minute walk from the hotel → 26 minutes Nankai Main Line Sakai Station (bound for Kansai Airport) → Rinku Town Station → 11-minute walk
      ・car:Approximately 27 minutes
    • Harvest Hill

      A natural park based on the theme of "Eat, play and experience."
      You can enjoy various experiences such as interacting with animals and handmade classrooms.

      【Time required】
      ・car:35 minutes
    • Fenice Sacay(Sakai Citizens Arts and Culture Hall)

      A multi-purpose hall for orchestras, operas, ballets, musicals, drama and traditional performing arts

      【Time required】
      ・Nankai Bus:about 11 minutes
      3-minute walk from the hotel → 4 minutes by bus (Route 32) Sakai Station South Exit → Get off at Yasui-cho → 4-minute walk
      ・car:About 8 minutes
      ・walking:About 20 minutes