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.
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.
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.
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
Private Omiya Bonsai Village Tour with Licensed Guide
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Kawagoe 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide (Tokyo/Kawagoe dep)
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Good location and great Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Clean and the amenities
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
今回2度目のステイでしたが、スタッフの方々がとても親切でプロフェッショナル。立地もいいし、部屋も綺麗で気に入っています。空港リムジンの予約も、時間ギリギリだったにも関わらず手際良く手配していただき感謝です。また次回も泊まろうと思います。
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER
Clean room, efficient staff in a good location.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
It’s perfect!!!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
loved the public baths.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 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 Manga Hall 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 Hikawa Shrine.
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
