Kita Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Visit Kita Ward
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
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Mount Fuji Panoramic View and Shopping Day Tour from Shinjuku
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Staff were helpful and kind"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"The rooms were good and clean, and they have a new modern tea lounge for a fee. There was a long lineup for check-in."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Hotel staff was so nice!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Enjoyed our stay..clean..small rooms but did the job...Will stay again"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
"Rooms smaller than what picture showed. Breakfast expensive and just, so, so."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
"The lounge at 47the floor was an interesting experience. The gym room was way too small for such a big hotel. Breakfast was kids friendly and kids were happy. Big plus for firm mattresses . We’re so happy Huge advantage of individual beds for a long stay"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kita Ward
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.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
Chuo Ward
While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba.
Higashiomiya
Higashiomiya might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
