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.
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.
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.
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
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Urawa Reds Football Game at Saitama Stadium 2002
Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park
Tokyo WB Studio Harry Potter Admission and 24 Hour Subway Ticket
Top hotels in Urawa Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Onsite coin laundry was fantastic and easy to use. Great location"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
"Breakfast was very basic"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Check in staff did not know about hotel membership perks that was advertised throughout the hotel. Was not helpful, otherwise hotel stay was okay."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"A great location. The rooms are not large, but cleverly designed. Overall, I rate this hotel high amongst other hotels in the mid-price range in Tokyo."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Ours Inn Hankyu
"Clean and perfect for a short 1 night stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
"Decent size rooms for Tokyo. The location is very convenient to a major Yamanote Line station. There's lots to do in the hotel itself if you don't want to venture outside."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Urawa Ward
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.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall 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.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
