Historic Spot & Museum

Osaka has a variety of historical buildings and places, and visitors can learn about history in various places.

Nintoku-Tenno-Ryo Tumulus – This is an ancient tomb and emperor’s mausoleum located in Sakai City. It is one of the three largest tombs in the world, along with the Pyramid of King Khufu and the Mausoleum of the First Emperor, and is said to have been built in the early to mid 5th century. Daisen Park, with its lush greenery, including a lawn and a Japanese garden, is adjacent to the hotel. From the hotel, you can take the Nankai Bus from ATC to Sakai Station (about 30 minutes) or from Sakai Station to Sakai City Museum (about 15 minutes). For more information, please visit the Nankai Bus website.

Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko

Osaka Castle – Osaka Castle is one of the most famous castles in Japan. Construction began in 1583 during the Azuchi-Momyama Period under the command of local warlord Hideyoshi Toyotomi. The tower burned down in 1615 and remained in ruins for 266 years until 1931 when it was rebuilt and could once again grace the Osaka skyline.

Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan