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Saitama
Uncover the rural landscapes of Nagatoro and Chichibu
Top Attractions in Saitama
Around Saitama
Saitama Top 10
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![Joumon Farm]( "Joumon Farm")
1Joumon Farm
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![Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu]( "Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu")
2Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu
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![Earthboat: A Nature Escape That Feels Real]( "Earthboat: A Nature Escape That Feels Real")
3Earthboat: A Nature Escape That Feels Real
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![SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe]( "SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe")
4SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe
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![Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in Nature]( "Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in Nature")
5Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in Nature
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![Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer]( "Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer")
6Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer
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![Kasukabe City Guide]( "Kasukabe City Guide")
7Kasukabe City Guide
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![Musashino Woods Park]( "Musashino Woods Park")
8Musashino Woods Park
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![Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone]( "Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone")
9Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone
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![Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns]( "Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns")
10Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns
Culture
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![Vanitoy Bagel]( "Vanitoy Bagel")
1Vanitoy Bagel
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![Chichibu Shibazakura Festival]( "Chichibu Shibazakura Festival")
2Chichibu Shibazakura Festival
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![Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival]( "Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival")
3Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival
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![Flea Market at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park]( "Flea Market at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park")
4Flea Market at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park
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![AEON LakeTown: Japan's Largest Mall]( "AEON LakeTown: Japan's Largest Mall")
5AEON LakeTown: Japan's Largest Mall
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![The Satte Sakura Festival]( "The Satte Sakura Festival")
6The Satte Sakura Festival
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![SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe]( "SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe")
7SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe
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![Light of Hope]( "Light of Hope")
8Light of Hope
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![Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival]( "Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival")
9Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival
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![Kawagoe's Old Town: Bell Tower]( "Kawagoe's Old Town: Bell Tower")
10Kawagoe's Old Town: Bell Tower
Kawagoe
Upcoming Saitama Events
Shopping
Flea Market at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park 2026
Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park has a long running popular flea market once a month, weather permitting. Approximately 200 stalls..
Activities
Light of Hope 2026
Each month for two weeks Gyoda City has a floral water font (hanachozu) event. For one night during those two weeks they also have..
Culture
Kasukabe’s Giant Kite Festival 2026
Kasukabe City’s annual giant kite festival is held on May 3rd and 5th. Teams hoist kites weighing hundreds of kilograms over t..
Where to eat in Saitama
Cafe
Vanitoy Bagel
Todd WojnowskiVanitoy Bagel is a fantastic cafe and bagel shop in the "Old Town" neighborhood of Kawagoe, Saitama. The food, drinks and atmosphere..
Japanese
Men Dojo Ramen Restaurant
Todd WojnowskiMen Dojo is a delicious ramen restaurant well off the beaten path, with a wide menu and great tasting noodles.
American
The Costco at Shinmisato
Andrew KehoeCostco in Shinmisato is a true example of real American pizza and a total bargain at that. ¥1450 puts a large pizza in your ha..
Places to stay in Saitama
Accommodation
Hatogo Ichiban
Febry FawziExperience the tatami-matted rooms, onsen bath, yukata, and delicious food at Hatogo Ichiban, Chichibu, Saitama
Accommodation
Hiking along the Koburi Pass
Sebastian SchusterThe Koburi Pass in Saitama is often still considered a little insider tip for hikers.
Latest Saitama Reports
Culture
Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in N...
Chikako TakahashiTake a relaxing day trip to Kodaira and you'll find that it can heal both your body and soul!
Culture
Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone
Arlene BastionOmiya, an extremely busy and modern traffic hub, also contains an enclosure of greenery and history, Omiya's Green Hub. It is..
Culture
Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu
Chikako TakahashiPoppy and Flower Festival from May 11 to 19, its three sites gives you seasonal joys with varieties of poppies, roses and local..