Urawa Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Visit Urawa Ward
Popular places to visit
The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama
The cutting edge of Japanese art, as well as masters including Monet and Gauguin, are housed in a striking modernist building with an inventive chair 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.
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
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Mount Fuji Panoramic View and Shopping Day Tour from Shinjuku
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour
Tokyo: Harry Potter Studio Tour & Optional Tokyo Metro Pass
Top hotels in Urawa Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Nice hotel, clean , beds comfortable. Breakfast was ok . Location is perfect if you dont mind constant noise (worse at night with constantly blaring sirens ) ."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ours Inn Hankyu
"Clean and perfect for a short 1 night stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Room and bathroom were small, but was to be expected. Bed was comfortable and everything was clean. If you just need a place to stay, can get a good deal while being a bit above a capsule hotel. Easy underground access to the station too."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
"The Shinagawa Prince is our usual choice when in Tokyo, given its location (convenient transportation from both Narita and Haneda airports, easy access to other cities by shinkansen or other stops in Tokyo), mid-range cost, and quality of the stay. We always enjoy a nice clean room and support from ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Breakfast was expensive & one morning I was turned away because they were full. Room was tiny but comfortable. All else was fine."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urawa Ward
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.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
