Urawa Ward Travel Guide
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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.

GMO Arena Saitama
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

Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park

Ikebukuro: 3-Hour Unique Lucky Gods Stamp Rally Walking Tour

Tokyo WB Studio Harry Potter Admission and 24 Hour Subway Ticket

Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Top hotels in Urawa Ward

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
"Good location in Shinjuku, the rooftop bar was awesome, and breakfast buffet was amazing! I'd stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Very helpful staff and nice rooms! Excellent view of the city"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
"I love the breakfast and amenities. The best."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Room was small but functional. Breakfast is very good. Very good location, away from the busy areas but still close to station, there’s even an underground passage to the station!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Excellent staff and clean rooms"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Everything was super..super..super good 10/10 !!!"
Reviewed on 20 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 Nack5 Stadium Omiya or Saitama Super Arena.

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.
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.

Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.

















