What to do in Saitama Prefecture

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GMO Arena Saitama

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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.
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Where to stay in Saitama Prefecture

Find the best Saitama Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Urawa Ward

While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.

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Chuo Ward

While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like GMO Arena Saitama and Keyaki Hiroba.

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Minami Ward

If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Shintoshin

If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, GMO Arena Saitama and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.

Day trip destinations from Saitama Prefecture

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Tokyo

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Kawaguchi

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Sayama

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Matsudo

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Yamanashi

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Higashimurayama

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Soka

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Fukaya