Top Things to do in Saitama
What to do and see in Saitama, Kanto: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Saitama, Japan including Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum Saitama, Japan Mint Saitama Museum, Omiya Bonsai Village, Saitama Prefecture Omiya Park, Omiya Park Zoo, Saitama Stadium 2002, Besshonuma Park, The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama, Yono Park.
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1. Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 441 reviews
Reviewed By marfield49 - Singapore, Singapore
In the midst of a concrete Omiya, embarking on the 2km, tranquil tree-lined route towards Hikawa Shrine was truly a lovely journey of peace and reflection. And in autumn in late Nov, the tree colors were a sight to behold. Two tori gates marked the head and end of the route. The shrine complex is huge but understated. There's a water trough upfront for visitors to "purify" oneself before entering the compound) You can get instructions at the tourist booth at Omiya mall when you come out of the train station. An extra perk for us was that many families were celebrating the 753 festival in which 5yro boys and 3 & 7yro girls were dressed in their formal kimono best to celebrate their rte of passage.
2. The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum Saitama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum is the most historical public museum of Bonsai in the world. Bonsai is one of the most aesthetic Japanese traditional arts and one of the must-see attractions in Japan! Here you can appreciate our collection of more than 120 Bonsai masterpieces and bonsai-related artifacts such as bonsai pots, miniature landscape stones called Suiseki, literature, woodblock prints, etc. In addition, about 70 pots of bonsai varying with the seasons are displayed in the garden. Taken care of delicately and continuously by Bonsai masters, Bonsai exudes its fascinating glamour. We are looking forward to seeing you explore the elegance and the secrets of this unique living art at Omiya Bonsai Art Museum! ** 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM March-October/ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM November-February/ Closed December 29 – January 3./ **The opening hours are subject to change due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
Reviewed By Eric_Greeney
This bonsai museum gives you a thorough introduction to the art of the bonsai. Different species and styles of the trees and aspects in their nursing and display are presented throughout the museum that has several sections. The tour ends in a courtyard with most impressive collection of large bonsai trees that are at least 200 years old, the oldest ones even 1000 years old! Taking photos is not allowed in all areas, but permitted at least in parts of the open air collection. Saitama is a bit far away from the central Tokyo, but reasonably easy to reach by train. If you have several days to spend in Tokyo and have interest in the art of the bonsai, Saitama has also several bonsai nurseries you might be interested in. All in all, this museum is a heaven for any bonsai tree enthusiast!
3. Japan Mint Saitama Museum
4. Omiya Bonsai Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 81 reviews
Omiya Bonsai Village is an area encompassing 6 Bonsai gardens, located in the north of Tokyo, accessible within 30 minutes by train. Known as the mecca of bonsai, Omiya Bonsai Village is visited by numerous bonsai lovers not only from all over Japan but also all over the world. Omiya Bonsai Village was formed around 1925 by bonsai gardeners who moved from Tokyo due to the damage caused by the Great Kanto Earthquake. Today, there are 6 bonsai gardens in Omiya Bonsai Village. You may discover the distinctive characteristics of each bonsai gardener by browsing their collections and elaborate works. *Mansei-en: Moved to Omiya in 1925, *Kyuka-en: Since 1929, *Toju-en: Since 1931, *Fuyo-en: Since 1939, *Seikou-en: Moved to Omiya in 1943, *Shosetsu-en: Since 1977. Come and explore the magical beauty of bonsai in Omiya Bonsai Village!
Reviewed By joelsD3259UM
Visiting Saitama was an incredible experience made better by swinging by the Bonsai Museum. Mind blowing collection of trees and history in a quiet and calming location. Could have easily spent the whole day there sitting and enjoying the ambiance.
5. Saitama Prefecture Omiya Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By Drwan - Machang, Malaysia
Super 2nd Street is located about 800 meters from Miyahara Station. There you can find lots of quality used items. We went there looking for Coca Cola items and we were not disappointed.. Will go again in our next trip to Tokyo.
6. Omiya Park Zoo
7. Saitama Stadium 2002
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By ManabuYama9uch1
日本でも有数なキャパシティを誇るサッカー専用スタジアムです。 最寄り駅の浦和美園駅からスタジアムまでに行く際、サッカー関連のグラフィックやアートが沢山あり、それだけでもテンションが上がります。 サッカーに興味がない人でも、スタジアムに行くだけで楽しいと思います。 This exclusive stadium has a huge capacity in Japan. The road has a many graphics and arts relation of soccer from nearest station to the stadium probably getting higher exciting. If not interested in soccer but just going to the stadium then will have a fun!
8. Besshonuma Park
9. The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 52 reviews
The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama opened amid the lush greenery of Kita-Urawa Park on November 3, 1982. Known as MOMAS (The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama), it is the first art museum the architect Kurokawa Kisho designed. In addition to displaying our collection of fine artworks from modern Western masters to contemporary Japanese artists, we also hold special exhibitions focusing on unique themes. Adding children's programs and opportunities for citizens to show their works, MOMAS is full of exciting ways for you to get closer and enjoy art.
10. Yono Park
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