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.
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.
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 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
Urawa Reds Football Game at Saitama Stadium 2002
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Took shuttle from airport, then cab from shuttle stop. Very easy and accessible. Staff helpful
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
A clean room with good breakfast options. The hotel is in a great location a short walk away from Shinjuku station.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great experience. Perfect location!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Very convenient location. Nice amenities, perfect for a solo traveler!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Ours Inn Hankyu
Clean room / staff / breakfast
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Location was excellent. I would stay again just for that. 20mins by train from Haneda and JR line is right there makes for convenient travel. We made use of the Laundry facilities it was reasonable for hotel facilities and they had lots of machines. We had a corner room on the main tower. Rooms were ...
Reviewed on 13 May 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 Nack5 Stadium Omiya or Saitama Super Arena.
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.
