Title: Sakai Travel Guide: Best of Sakai, Fukui Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Sakai Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Promenade at the old port of Sakai, Osaka, Japan ; Shutterstock ID 1566081256; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337055/aa2073f4-dec9-42ce-8c24-06ba7c98df8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Promenade at the old port of Sakai, Osaka, Japan ; Shutterstock ID 1566081256; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337055/aa2073f4-dec9-42ce-8c24-06ba7c98df8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Greenhouse, Fukui-ken Sogo Green Center (Sakai-shi, Fukui Pref., Japan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337055/db48d5ed-07f9-4248-8dad-b3f4f34d71ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![2018年2月8日 豪雪の日本一短い手紙の館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975853951/7da3253d-4bc7-49c0-b697-38502c1a6523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![2018年2月8日 豪雪に見舞われた日本一短い手紙の館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975853951/aee6b5f4-16fa-4f25-bd2a-c1a3a3af21a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Sakai

Things to do

- Top hotels in Sakai
- Top Holiday Rentals in Sakai

![Auberge Homachi Mikuniminato](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99980000/99970400/99970386/6cb06f86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Auberge Homachi Mikuniminato

3-4-39 Minamihonmachi, Mikuni-cho Sakai Fukui

£270

9 Feb - 10 Feb

additional charges may apply

Stay at this hotel in Sakai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mikuni Ryushokan Museum and Mikuni Sunset Beach are ...

9/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)

The room facilities were modern designer-quality furnishings.

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

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![Mikuni Ocean Resort & Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18468100/18468086/05aa0d5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Mikuni Ocean Resort & Hotel

4-4-8 Mikuni-cho Midorigaoka Sakai Fukui

£73

6 Feb - 7 Feb

additional charges may apply

Stay at this hotel in Sakai. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mikuni Ryushokan Museum and Mikuni Sunset Beach are located ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (33 reviews)

It has a great sunset view

Reviewed on 10 May 2023

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![1 night 2 meals included A luxurious stay with  / Sakai Fukui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116030000/116028700/116028610/cee76bab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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1 night 2 meals included A luxurious stay with / Sakai Fukui

 Sakai Fukui

£342

5 Feb - 6 Feb

Stay at this hotel in Sakai. Enjoy free breakfast and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mikuni Ryushokan Museum and Mikuni Sunset Beach are located ...

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![Morris Resort Tohginbow](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107085500/107085432/313d7f93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Morris Resort Tohginbow

58-31-8 Mikunicho Anto Sakai Fukui

Stay at this villa in Sakai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attractions Tojinbo Cliffs and Tojinbo Tower are located nearby.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakai-Hotels-Morris-Resort-Tohginbow.h107085432.Hotel-Information)

![UMITOMA OCEAN VIEW RESORT ECHIZEN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117230000/117227800/117227762/5199e19d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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UMITOMA OCEAN VIEW RESORT ECHIZEN

gamoutyou19-6-1 Fukui hukuiken

Stay at this villa in Fukui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Echizen Daffodil Village Park and Kochomon are located nearby.

8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)

Absolutely beautiful. Modern, clean, ON the water - just amazing!

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukui-Hotels-UMITOMA-OCEAN-VIEW-RESORT-ECHIZEN.h117227762.Hotel-Information)

![Modern private lodgings around Fukui Station A co / Fukui Fukui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118840000/118836400/118836388/07626e2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Modern private lodgings around Fukui Station A co / Fukui Fukui

 Fukui Fukui

Stay at this holiday home in Fukui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Nishiyama Koshoji Temple and Sakaenoyashiro Shrine are located ...

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukui-Hotels-Modern-Private-Lodgings-Around-Fukui-Station-A-Co-Fukui-Fukui.h118836388.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Tojinbo cliffs with blue sky on sunny day. Fukui, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220178/992b5761-6887-41d8-928b-b6111821ec2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tojinbo Cliffs

Explore the great outdoors at Tojinbo Cliffs, a lovely green space in Sakai. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Tojinbo-Cliffs-Fukui.d6220178.Attraction)

![Cherry blossom light up at a local castle. Finally spring in Japan. #spring #cherryblossom #sakura #japan #Fukui #Maruokacastle #Maruokajo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220200/ee46903a-cb5a-4a91-ad69-f75c0d92407f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Maruoka Castle

You can find out about the history of Maruoka with a trip to Maruoka Castle. Make time to visit the temples and spas while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Maruoka-Castle-Fukui.d6220200.Attraction)

![This place is called sunset beach for a reason. Gorgeous sunsets can be seen here all summer long. In Early August they have the Mikuni Fireworks Festival which is the largest fireworks show in Hokuriku. The summer time they also have a bar set up on the beach every night that serves indonesian food and drinks.

This beach is popular with the local surf crowd. If there is any wave at all there will definitely be surfers out in the water. #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337055/1327379f-01ee-475a-916d-3a1bbb4f1a80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Mikuni Sunset Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Mikuni Sunset Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sakai. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Mikuni-Sunset-Beach-Sakai.d553248621562273632.Attraction)

#### Shibamasa World Amusement Park

Bring the family to Shibamasa World Amusement Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Sakai. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Shibamasa-World-Amusement-Park-Sakai.d6220202.Attraction)

#### Echizen Matsushima Aquarium

Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Echizen Matsushima Aquarium during your trip to Sakai. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Echizen-Matsushima-Aquarium-Fukui.d553248621532772596.Attraction)

#### Oshima Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oshima Island during your travels in Sakai. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oshima-Island-Sakai.d553248621582419828.Attraction)

### Things to do

![Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47521751/5a1df85e-a9d5-48de-bd1e-4059813d100c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town

£113

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-tour-eiheiji-buddhist-temple-and-fukui-city-castle-town.a47521751.activity-details)

![From Kanazawa: Fukui's Stunning Cliffs, Spiritual Island & Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48556209/86c79970-a41e-401b-873c-ac388433d9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Kanazawa: Fukui's Stunning Cliffs, Spiritual Island & Port

£152

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kanazawa-fukuis-stunning-cliffs.a48556209.activity-details)

![From Kanazawa: Eiheiji Buddhist Temple & Fukui Castle Town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48336646/6732a8b1-a68a-46c9-b934-c3d129d35dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Kanazawa: Eiheiji Buddhist Temple & Fukui Castle Town

£104

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kanazawa-eiheiji-buddhist-temple-fukui-castle-town.a48336646.activity-details)

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