Day Trip to Chichibu — Mountain Escape Near Tokyo
Wolf deities, whisky, and hot springs await.
Articles about Saitama
Saitama Attractions
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teamLab Acorn Forest
The teamLab Acorn Forest is a small, outdoor exhibit in Higashi Tokorozawa Park in Saitama. …
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Kadokawa Culture Museum (Sakura Town)
Also known as the Kadokawa Musashino Museum, the Kadokawa Culture Museum is located in Saitama …
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Moomin Valley Park
The Moomin Valley Park opened its doors in March of 2019, to the delight of Moomin lovers all …
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Events in Saitama
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Koedo Kawagoe Spring Festival
Samurai, stunts, and sakura. Kawagoe’s Spring Festival features gunfire, ladder acrobatics, and a stunning cherry blossom boat ride.
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Chichibu Shibazakura Festival
Enjoy a stroll around the different shades and shapes of the shibazakura flowers as you soak in the gorgeous scenery.
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Uchiwa Fan Festival
Join the Uchiwa Festival in Kumagaya, Saitama for an unforgettable celebration with traditional parades, vibrant street performances, and colorful fans.
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Kumagaya Fireworks Festival
See 10,000 fireworks let off into the sky at the Kumagaya Fireworks Festival in Saitama.
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Hyper Museum Hanno Opening and Kenji Yanobe Exhibition
Hyper Museum Hanno opens this March with Kenji Yanobe’s Ship’s Cat Island. This surreal exhibition features giant floating space cats and sculptures.
Popular Tours & Activities
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Flexible Travel Insurance For Japan
SafetyWing offers travel medical insurance at affordable rates, from just under 1.5USD per …
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Cellular Voice and Data Plan – No Contract Required
Get a Japanese cell phone number, with voice calling and 30GB of monthly data, quickly and …
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20% off Travel WiFi from NINJA WiFi
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Restaurants in Saitama
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Alishan Cafe
A pleasant organic/wholefood cafe and shop overlooking the river. The shop stocks plenty of …
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Eating & Drinking in Saitama
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The 13 Cheeriest Christmas Markets in Tokyo
If you like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.
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12 Best Spots for Gelato and Ice Cream in Tokyo
Where to go for the most delicious matcha, whitebait swirls, and more.
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Where to Buy a Turkey in Tokyo
In person and online options for finding a turkey in Tokyo—be it for Thanksgiving, Christmas or just 'cause.
Things To Do in Saitama
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October 2025: 7 Events Not To Miss
Look forward to Halloween parties, Edo-era festivals, fireworks, and more.
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Where To See the Best Fall Flowers in Tokyo
Blooming marvellous spots.
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Get Hooked: Where To Go Fishing in and Around Tokyo
Take your pick from lakes, rivers — and the bay itself.
