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Uncover the rural landscapes of Nagatoro and Chichibu
Top Attractions in Saitama
Around Saitama
Saitama Top 10
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![Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone]( "Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone")
1Omiya's Green Hub and Scenic Zone
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![Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer]( "Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer")
2Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer
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![Cawaz Base]( "Cawaz Base")
3Cawaz Base
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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")
4Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in Nature
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![Musashino Woods Park]( "Musashino Woods Park")
5Musashino Woods Park
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![Joumon Farm]( "Joumon Farm")
6Joumon Farm
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![SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe]( "SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe")
7SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe
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![Kasukabe City Guide]( "Kasukabe City Guide")
8Kasukabe City Guide
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![Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns]( "Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns")
9Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns
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![Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu]( "Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu")
10Poppy and Flower Festival in Konosu
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![Vanitoy Bagel]( "Vanitoy Bagel")
1Vanitoy Bagel
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![Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival]( "Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival")
2Iwatsuki Castle Park Sakura Festival
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![Chichibu Shibazakura Festival]( "Chichibu Shibazakura Festival")
3Chichibu Shibazakura 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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![Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival]( "Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival")
7Mt Hodo Plum Blossom Festival
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![SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe]( "SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe")
8SNOOPY Village Opens in Kawagoe
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![Hoshikawa Illumination]( "Hoshikawa Illumination")
9Hoshikawa Illumination
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![Light of Hope]( "Light of Hope")
10Light of Hope
Gyoda
Upcoming Saitama Events
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..
Activities
The Satte Sakura Festival 2026
The Satte Sakura Festival is one of Japan's best places to enjoy the cherry blossoms this spring!
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..
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..
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..
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.
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
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Hiking along the Koburi Pass
Sebastian SchusterThe Koburi Pass in Saitama is often still considered a little insider tip for hikers.
Accommodation
Hotel Route Inn Honjo Ekiminami
Febry FawziMy journey to Honjo City in Saitama Prefecture led me to a pleasant stay at Hotel Route Inn Honjo Ekiminami. The easy access and..
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..
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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..