On April 1, 2026, “Pickleball Base Osaka,” the largest dedicated pickleball facility in western Japan, opened on the 6th floor of Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. It features six international-standard courts, with former pro tennis player Kento Tagashira involved in operations as owner and head coach.
Facility overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Pickleball Base Osaka |
| Location | Hotel Agora Regency Osaka Sakai, 6F |
| Address | 4-45-1 Ebisujima-cho, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Number of courts | 6 courts (international standard) |
| Hours | 8:00-22:00 (planned to be open year-round) |
| Operating company | Fundamental Japan Inc. |
| Owner and head coach | Kento Tagashira (pro tennis player) |
| Access | Directly connected to the station |
A facility design where the pink courts pop
施設の外観で目を引くのが、鮮やかなピンクのコートだ。田頭氏が「インスタグラムでの拡散を意識した」と語る設計であり、SNS映えを狙ったビジュアル戦略となっている。
About Kento Tagashira
Tagashira originally competed as a pro tennis player. Encountering pickleball, he switched over, convinced it was “a sport with an overwhelmingly wider entry than tennis.” Insisting on a facility design that leverages his pro-sports know-how, he aimed for “a facility that everyone from beginners to competitors can enjoy.”
The facility plans everything from beginner lessons to programs for competitors and a junior academy. With Tagashira himself serving as a coach on court, it provides an environment where you can learn pro techniques directly.
Why Sakai City, Osaka
Japan's domestic pickleball facilities have until now been concentrated in the Tokyo area. In Kansai, grassroots spread had been advancing in Osaka city and Kobe too, but in terms of dedicated facilities it was a blank zone.
Reasons cited for choosing Sakai City include the good access of being directly connected to the station and the location within a hotel. A “tourism × pickleball” weekend plan is easy to put together, and players from afar can use it with lodging included.
How to start pickleball in Kansai
Pickleball Base Osakaの開業により、大阪・奈良・兵庫・和歌山からのアクセスが格段に良くなった。利用を検討する場合は、公式サイトで最新の営業情報と予約状況を確認することが必要である。
ピックルボールは体力差・年齢差が出にくいスポーツであり、幅広い世代が参加しやすい。家族全員で一緒に楽しめるスポーツとして利用できる。
FAQ
Q. Can beginners take part?
A. A beginner lesson program is planned. Rentals of rackets and the like are also expected to be handled within the facility. Please check the official site for details.
Q. Is there parking?
A. Parking within the hotel facility is available. However, since access directly connected to the station is in place, using public transportation is convenient.
Q. Can children take part?
A. A junior academy is planned to open, and the policy is to enrich programs for children as well. Pickleball is known as a sport that can be enjoyed from ages 8 to 80.
