Sakai City has a population of about 810,000 and is the second largest city in Osaka Prefecture after Osaka City.
When you think of the second largest city, you may think of a big city, but if you take a step away from the hustle and bustle, you will find a rich charm with a different history, such as Kofun Tumulus and History Shrines.
The Mozu Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also home to the largest tomb in Japan, the Tomb of Emperor Nintoku, making it a city where you can feel history and tradition firsthand.
We will Broadcasting Information full of the charm of Sakai City, so thank you!
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Untie the Strings, Discover Sakai — Experience the Tombs in Minecraft 🎮⛰️
— The hands-on event that was a big hit at the Osaka-Kansai Expo is coming to town! —
Would you like to explore the charms of the World Heritage Mozu Tombs through the hugely popular game Minecraft?✨
Wander the kofun world inside Minecraft or build your own original tombs...
This special event lets you enjoyably learn about the scale and mysteries of kofun through gameplay!
It’s perfect for children and Minecraft fans alike — don’t miss this chance to dive into the world of kofun.
📅 Date and time: March 20 (Fri, public holiday)–22 (Sun), 10:00–17:00
📍 Location: Mozu Kofun Tumuli Visitor Center
💰 Admission: Free
✅ No reservation required (walk-in; two people per session, first-come-first-served on the day / 10 minutes per person)
🔍 For details, search “Untie the Strings, Discover Sakai 2026”!
🔗https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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Untying the Threads of Sakai — A World Tour in Sakai!? 🌍 “SAKAI Gourmet EXPO” Confirmed!
Gather hungry on the long weekend in March at Sakai Risho no Mori (@rishonomori)! ✨
A colorful lineup of international food trucks and tents will offer a global feast 🤤
From authentic flavors you rarely get to try to family favorites that kids and adults love,
six food trucks and two tent vendors will serve up fresh, delicious dishes! 🚚💨
Enjoy the open-air setting and savor world cuisine while spending a lovely spring moment. 🌸
Tag friends and family and strategize what to eat! 👇
📅 Date: Friday, March 20 (national holiday) and Saturday, March 21
⏰ Time: 10:00–16:00
📍 Venue: Sakai Risho no Mori
※ Exhibit lineup is subject to change
🔍 Search “Untying the Threads of Sakai 2026” for details!
🔗https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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Himo Tokeba Sakai: Stunning Ink Art Live Painting Performance🖌️
“ICHIGO ICHIE” by Vít Kodoušek ( @squaremotionart ), an artist who served as the Ceremonial Director for the Czech Pavilion, will be held!
Using ink, he captures the atmosphere of the moment on canvas in a dynamic performance. Experience the birth of art that can only happen “here and now” up close✨
📅 Date: Friday, March 20 to Sunday, March 22
⏰ Times: ① 11:00 / ② 14:30 (about 25 minutes per session)
📍 Venue: Sakai Risho no Mori
💰 Admission: Free
🔍 For details, search “Himo Tokeba Sakai 2026”!
🔗https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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Himototakeba Sakai: Sakai Risho no Mori × Czech Pavilion <Main Hall Tea Room × Contemporary Art Tea Utensils>
The masterpiece "La Traviata" turned into wagashi.
A special tea gathering featuring contemporary art tea utensils 🍵✨
At the Main Hall Tea Room of Sakai Risho no Mori (@rishonomori),
we will serve tea using original tea utensils created by contemporary artists that were also used at the Expo site ✨ The confection is an elegant limited fresh wagashi inspired by the Czech master Alphonse Mucha’s work "La Traviata" 👀
Enjoy a luxurious time in a serene space, savoring art with all your senses♪
"Main Hall Tea Room (each session about 60 minutes)"
📅 Dates: Friday, March 20 (national holiday) – Sunday, March 22
※ Session times vary by day, please check carefully
📍 Location: Sakai Risho no Mori
🍵 Participation fee: ¥1,000 (includes "La Traviata" wagashi)
✅ How to apply: Reserve in advance on the Sakai Risho no Mori reservation site (each session limited to 20 people)
(URL: https://reserva.be/sakairishonomori... )
⚠️ The contemporary artists’ tea utensils are limited in number.
🎁 Special experiences available!※ See the reservation site for sessions and details.
・Tea whisking experience
On designated sessions on Saturday the 21st and Sunday the 22nd, enjoy the chance to whisk your own tea 🍵
・Shamisen performance
On a designated session on Saturday the 21st, Tsuruya Musical Instruments (@tsuruya_music_instruments) will present a shamisen performance 🪕
🔍 For more details, search for "Himototakeba Sakai 2026"!
🔗 https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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#Unraveling Sakai: Sakai Risho no Mori × Czech Pavilion
Enjoy a tea time that brings the breeze of the Czech Republic paired with the sparkle of Bohemian glass🍵🇨🇿
At Sakai Risho no Mori (@rishonomori), we recreate the “Sakai Hospitality Tea Gathering” held at the Expo Czech Pavilion!
Beautiful Bohemian glass tea ware and limited wagashi inspired by the official mascot “Rene” will be featured✨
Experience a special moment where tradition and modernity meet♪
〈Seated Tea Ceremony〉
📅 Dates: March 20 (Fri, national holiday)–22 (Sun)
⏰ 10:00–17:00 (last reception at 16:40)
📍 Venue: Sakai Risho no Mori
💰 Fee: ¥800 (tax included, includes Rene wagashi)
👨🍳 Capacity: About 20 people per session (approximately 20 minutes)
✅ How to apply: No reservation required, first-come first-served on the day
🔍 For details, search “Unraveling Sakai 2026”!
🔗https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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🌸For a spring outing🌸 Take a leisurely tour of Sakai’s old highways and relax at Kokoan with views of the Mausoleum of Emperor Hanzei🍵
How about a stroll around Sakai’s old highways during cherry blossom season?🚶♀️🚶♂️🚶
A sightseeing volunteer guide accompanies the tour, so you’ll learn many new things✨
After the walk, unwind at Kokoan next to Hochigai Shrine⛩️ with sweets and tea🍡🍵
Enjoy a tranquil time in a lovely location overlooking the Mausoleum of Emperor Hanzei😌
Discover the charms of nearby Sakai you might not know, together with the cherry blossoms🌸
*Photo of the cherry blossoms at the Former Kosenji Temple Akai Site: taken on March 29, 2025*
📅 Date and time: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Meet at 9:50 or 12:50. Reservations required at least three days in advance
💰 Fee: 4,000 yen (includes Kokoan voucher)
📍 Meeting place: Sakai City Hall 21st-floor observation lobby
*On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays one person may join. From Monday to Thursday we accept requests for groups of two or more.*
🔍For details, search “Sakai old highway tour”
https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/tourism/detail/201...
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#Himotokeba Sakai \/ Miyakumyaku Comes to Sakai🔵🔴
Himotokeba Sakai 2026
~OSAKA SAKAI EXPO~
Miyakumyaku Photo Session in Sakai Confirmed!
A chance to take photos and videos together🌟
Relive the excitement of the Osaka-Kansai Expo in Sakai once more!
🗓️Date & Location: Friday, March 20 @ Inside Daisen Park
Saturday, March 21 @ Sakai Risho no Mori, Lecture Room, 2nd Floor
⏰Times: ①11:00 / ②13:30 / ③16:00 (30 minutes each)
💰Free
✅Advance lottery system; application period: Tuesday, March 10, 10:00 – Monday, March 16, 10:00
※Winners will be notified by email on Wednesday, March 17.
🔍Search for "Himotokeba Sakai 2026" for details!
🔗 https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20260227145543...
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\👧All children enter free👦/
From Wednesday, March 25 to Tuesday, March 31, for seven days, Noah Dolphin Dome celebrates its first anniversary by offering free admission for children (ages 4 through elementary school)🎊
We have many other special anniversary programs lined up just for the occasion📢
Of course, our regular animal-interaction programs will run as usual!
Make wonderful spring memories at Noah Dolphin Dome…🌸
Admission fees
◯ Regular rates
Adult (junior high school and older): ¥1210
Child (ages 4 through elementary school): ¥770
◯ Night time (entry from 17:00)
Adult (junior high school and older): ¥770
Child (ages 4 through elementary school): ¥550
*Children aged 3 and under are free all day*
Opening hours
10:00–20:00 (last entry 19:30)
Parking
None (please use nearby coin-operated parking; no partner parking available)
🔍 Search for "Noah Dolphin Dome" for details!
🔗 Website: https://www.dolphindome.jp//
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#Untie the Ribbon Sakai 2026 MI-TE Sakai × Singapore Pavilion
Enjoy a special moment tasting the lingering excitement of the expo along with a spectacular 80 m high view 🍵
At Sakai City Hall’s 21st floor MI-TE Sakai, the Singapore Pavilion (@visit_singaporejp) brings the wildly popular limited wagashi (Japanese confections) from Saikai Housen Confectionery (takamotimoti)!
We will offer an adorable confection shaped like the official mascot Marley, a treat you can only find here 🦁🇸🇬
Plus, on Sunday the 22nd…
Shamisen performances by Tsuruya Musical Instruments (@suruya_music_instruments) will also be held ✨
Relax and enjoy a luxurious time with a panoramic view overlooking the Tomb of Emperor Nintoku♪
📅 Date and time: Friday, March 20th (national holiday) to Sunday, March 22nd, 10:00–16:00
📍 Location: MI-TE Sakai (21st-floor observation lobby, Sakai City Hall)
🍵 Participation fee: ¥800 (includes Marley wagashi)
✅ No reservation required (first-come, first-served on the day)
🪕 Shamisen performances: Sunday the 22nd at 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:30
🔍 For details, search “Untie the Ribbon Sakai 2026”!
🔗 https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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#Himo Tokeba Sakai Sakai City Teahouse Shin-an × Jordan Pavilion
The sensibility of contemporary art and desert landscapes mingle in a historic teahouse🍵🏜️
At Sakai City Teahouse Shin-an, a limited wagashi confection made by Okashitsukasa Tenjinmochi ( @tenjinmochi ) served at a tea gathering hosted by the Jordan Pavilion ( @visitjordan ) makes its debut!🍡
Enjoy a dreamlike sweet inspired by desert spaces with special contemporary-artist tea utensils that were used at the Expo🌌
Plus, on Friday the 20th (national holiday)…
There will also be a shamisen performance by Tsuruya Musical Instruments ( @tsuruya_music_instruments )✨
Spend a luxurious moment amid the atmosphere of the nationally registered tangible cultural property Shin-an♪
📅 Date and time: Friday, March 20 (national holiday) and Saturday, March 21
📍 Location: Sakai City Teahouse Shin-an
🍵 Admission: 1,000 yen (includes wagashi themed on a desert space) ※cash only
✅ No reservation required (15 seats per session, first-come, first-served)
⏰ Zashiki tea service times: 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:15
🪕 Shamisen performances: 20th (Fri, national holiday) 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:15
⚠️ The contemporary-artist tea utensils are limited in number.
🔍 For details, search “Himo Tokeba Sakai 2026”!
🔗 https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20251217133435...
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