Kita Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Popular places to visit
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.
Manga Hall
Japan’s very first manga museum pays tribute to the original manga artist with a selection of his work and a free manga reading collection.
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.
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.
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
Tokyo to Kawagoe A Little Edo Cultural Day Tour with Guide & Car
Kawagoe 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide (Tokyo/Kawagoe dep)
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Top hotels in Kita 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
APA HOTEL Roppongi Six
Rooms are very small but pretty much have everything you need, wonderful property near enough train and bus stations and even better staff!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Shinjuku Prince Hotel
Excellent location, helpful staff and wonderful breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
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.
Higashiomiya
Higashiomiya might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Saitama Prefectural Museum of History are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Minuma Ward
Though Minuma Ward may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Nishi Ward
While there might not be top attractions in Nishi Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Railway Museum and Omiya Bonsai Art Museum.
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
