Sakura Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Visit Sakura Ward
Popular places to visit
Akigase Park
On Sunday afternoons, Saitama’s families and their dogs flock to this park for picnics, barbecues and views of Mount Fuji.
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
Kawagoe:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
Let's experience the traditional Japanese culture of “Kendo”!!
Top hotels in Sakura Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
The room was very clean and the staff was very helpful and courteous. We'll definitely be back if we visit Tokyo.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
The room was basic but spotless. We were only there to sleep anyway. Everything relied in large part to a self serve model(luggage locker room, check in etc). Staff was fine but not super helpful. Overall our stay was good.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great location - Not too far from 2 train stations that we used and there's a Family Mart right across the street. Our room was clean and spacious for our family of 4. Hotel staff was courteous and helpful. Would definitely recommend the hotel breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo-ariake
The Greatest place to stay visiting Tokyo
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Staff was attentive and kind. Rooms were spacious and beds were comfortable. Breakfast buffet provided a great variety and was delicious!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Nice room, nice hotel location, nice access to restaurants & transportation.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sakura Ward
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park 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.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
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.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
