Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Saitama Super Arena
Just a short ride north of the city’s downtown, Tokyo’s premier entertainment and sports venue is one of the world’s largest indoor arenas.
Keyaki Hiroba
Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.
Saitama Stadium 2002
Catch an event at Saitama Stadium 2002 during your trip to Saitama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Omiya Park
Find a little bit of everything in this big park, from cherry blossoms to a folklore museum, a shrine and even a small zoo.
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
A collection of more than 120 masterpieces of one of Japan’s most unique art forms is well worth the visit from downtown Tokyo.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
Things to do
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Let's experience the traditional Japanese culture of “Kendo”!!
Cute Character Bento Making Experience in Ikebukuro
Yokohama Private 2 hours Tour for those who are a little worried
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Wonderful modern hotel with wonderful amenities. Although the rooms are typically small, we got used to adjusting to economical use of space. You can upgrade to a bigger room. Easy access to great restaurant for great breakfast buffet. Lively neighborhood. Easy walk to Shinjuku GoyenNational Harden ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Breakfast was good, but it didn't change for the 5 days we stayed.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
I went to both their high end restaurants. The bar which charges even hotel guests to go in. Then the Japanese restaurant. It's a one and done. Food and drinks not worth the value.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Beautiful hotel and very clean room.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
This hotel is excellent I will be coming back!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Room set up is perfect. Amenities are excellent Restaurant is delicious Staff are amazing. Everything is super clean and beautiful
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
Omiya
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Omiya. You might want to make time for a stop at Hikawa Shrine or Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Sakura Ward
While Sakura Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Saitama Super Arena and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
Bonsaicho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bonsaicho and surrounding area, you can visit Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine.
