Minami Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Numakage Park
Summer or winter, there are pools to swim in and even ice rinks to take a spin on in this popular, family-friendly environment.
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.
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.
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
Mount Fuji Panoramic View and Shopping Day Tour from Shinjuku
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour
Let's experience the traditional Japanese culture of “Kendo”!!
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
Top hotels in Minami Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Tiny rooms but nice location and lobby. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Clean room daily and water bottle everyday
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
This Hotel far exceeded my expectations. My flight was canceled due to a snowstorm in the United States so I stayed in three of the room types offered. initially I was with my brother so we upgraded to a twin room on the east side of the building. This room was spacious with desk space two beds. ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
We had a situation where the weather caused our luggage to get lost with another airline and the Hotel really went the extra mile
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo-ariake
Excellent hotel in almost every capacity. Staff was also very courteous and the breakfast was wonderful.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
The room was fine. Nothing special, pillows need a refresh. As far as being advertised as family friendly, I didn’t feel like it was. The pool that we booked for has been closed since September 2024 and there was nothing informing us that it was closed. Also, many of the restaurants are set course ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
Sakura Ward
While Sakura Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Saitama Super Arena and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Chuo Ward
While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba.
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
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.
