🇯🇵 Sakai, Japan

Sakai is a city located in Japan with a population of approximately 837,000 people. For seafarers and shipowners, Sakai is of interest due to its proximity to the Osaka Bay, which offers access to international trade routes. While Sakai does not have its own ports or shipyards, it is well-connected to nearby ports such as the Port of Osaka and Port of Kobe, making it a convenient base for crewing companies and businesses involved in the maritime industry.