Here we will introduce tourism information about the different areas of Saitama.
Just slightly north of Tokyo is Saitama, where you can feel the blessings of plentiful nature and clear streams, travel back in time through nostalgic townscapes, and come into contact with a well-nurtured and traditional culture.
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Omiya, the gateway town to the Hikawa Shrine with one of the longest histories in Japan, has developed as a railway town and is also a sacred place for bonsai enthusiasts around the world. Together with Iwatsuki, one of Japan’s leading doll towns, the area is a place where history and tradition coexist inside cityscape.
Central Area : Sightseeing spot Event Travel Magazine
At Kawagoe, you can feel the atmosphere of the Edo period lingering in the townscape. Surrounding areas, such as the forests of Hanno, Sayama tea gardens, and Ogawa washi paper workshops, are places that supported life and culture in the Edo period and remain for us to see today. There are other hot spots for pop culture as well!
Western Area : Sightseeing spot Event Travel Magazine
Home to Saikitama Kofun Cluster in Gyoda City, one of the largest ancient sites in eastern Japan. Boasting a world-class flood mitigation facility in Kasukabe City, the Metropolitan Area Outer Discharge Channel. In this area, with its many post towns along the Nikko Kaido(old road for travel), you can enjoy the culture and gourmet food that the rich water resources bring.
Eastern Area : Sightseeing spot Event Travel Magazine
In Kumagaya and Honjo, as the impressive floats are displayed during the festivals, you can feel the traditional culture of one of the largest post towns on the Nakasendo trail. The area, especially Fukuya, is also known for its agricultural products such as vegetables, fruits, and wheat.
Northern Area : Sightseeing spot Event Travel Magazine
Chichibu’s varied terrain of mountains, rivers, valleys, and forests offers not only scenic views but also a variety of activities. Flower fields that harmonize with the natural landscape, festivals, food, hot springs, and more! Go on a scenic journey and explore a unique culture that cannot be found in any other area of Saitama.
Chichibu Area : Sightseeing spot Event Travel Magazine