Iwatsuki Travel Guide
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Iwatsuki Castle Park
Iwatsuki Castle Park is just one of the places to see in Saitama, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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
Let's experience the traditional Japanese culture of “Kendo”!!
Private Omiya Bonsai Village Tour with Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Iwatsuki
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Staff is so patient and knowledgeable about what foreign guests should experience during their stay. I slept in one day and there were fresh towels and water left at my door without me asking. The bathroom is really the star of the show. Although Japanese hotel rooms are traditionally small, the ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Very clean, amazing location, lots of amenities
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
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
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Very comfortable and spacious rooms, the buffet for breakfast is incredible and the staff were amazingly helpful! Wish we'd booked a longer stay with the Prince Hotel!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Nice room, nice hotel location, nice access to restaurants & transportation.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iwatsuki
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.
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.
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.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall 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.
