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
The room was slightly bigger than the other Japan hotels we stayed at. Def still tight though if you have a lot of luggage. The amenities were good and we liked the bathroom. The spot is very convenient. The view from our room was nice. We know it’s next to the red light district, but if you are ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Good value stay, handy having convenience store on site.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Very good breakfast. Staff are friendly and courteous. Reception is great efficient. Gym is small, but we knew this before arrival from the photos of the hotel.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Service is great.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku
We stayed here because it was close to the start of the Tokyo Marathon. The breakfast and bakery were great! We also enjoyed eating dinner on the second floor. The room was smaller than what we are accustomed to. However most rooms at hotels are smaller in Tokyo.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
We stayed twice while in Japan. The first time was 10 nights and another 3 nights at the end of our vacation. We loved the buffet breakfast. Wonderful variety, always fresh and really nice presentation. Japanese and western options. Rooms were clean and had everything we needed. We found the beds ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 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 Nack5 Stadium Omiya or Saitama Super Arena.
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.
