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
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Kawagoe 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide (Tokyo/Kawagoe dep)
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
The location is amazing right and a must for people who love the night life. Golden gai is only a couple blocks over and their are plenty of food spots to enjoy.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
The Shinjuku Washington hotel is a terrific place to stay if you’re looking to stay in Shinjuku but not in a crowded area. The airport Limousine stops right in front of the building which is ideal if you’re traveling with heavy luggage. Amenities galore! In the basement, there are several restaurants ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great hotel with very attentive staff. Housekeeping is very reliable and does a good job of keeping the room clean. You can walk to three metro stations from the hotel, thus giving you easy access to the city. The area around the hotel has many restaurants within walking distance.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
The stay at was very pleasant. The hotel offers all the essential amenities a tourist or business traveler could need. Its location is a major advantage, being just a short walk from the JR Ryogoku Station, which makes getting around the city and visiting popular attractions convenient. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
The buffet breakfast was good, the variety was impressive, with made-to order omelets with a great mix of hot dishes, fresh fruits and local specialties. The room was cleaned everyday too.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Very clean, amazing staff, stores all around. Overall an outstanding experience.
Reviewed on 2 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 Hikawa Shrine 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 Hikawa Shrine or Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
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.
