Chuo Ward
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Saitama Super Arena
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.
Keyaki Hiroba
Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.
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.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
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.
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.
Things to do
Kawagoe:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Mount Fuji Panoramic View and Shopping Day Tour from Shinjuku
Let's experience the traditional Japanese culture of “Kendo”!!
Private Omiya Bonsai Village Tour with Licensed Guide
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Let's make Roll sushi and Tempura at Ryoko's house in Tokyo!
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Nice staff members
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Breakfast at the hotel is very expensive and overrated. Save yourself some time and money. Get a breakfast at 7/11 or any French bakery inside the train station. Rooms are small for a US point of view, but very large for a Japanese point of view. It's sitting next to the trains station, which makes ...
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
A very good hotel for a short stay, perhaps not so great for more than two or three days. The hotel is located right in the red light district of Shinjuku. Rooms are clean and reasonably spacious for Tokyo. Staff were very helpful in organizing dinner reservations and sending on suitcases to the ...
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Ours Inn Hankyu
Very convenience location
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Rooms and lobby are always spotless. It was nice to see our room to be so full of space, especially when it came to the room to be the cheapest option. And breakfast was amazing, it was plentiful despite crowds. Though, my partner and I find ourselves enjoying the variety of options everyday of our ...
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Staff was professional and I love how Lawson was just at level 2 of the hotel. Extremely convenient. Washer are available and there’s even a ice machine available Train station was nearby and there are plenty of food options.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
Urawa Ward
If you're spending some time in Urawa Ward, The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Omiya
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Omiya. You might want to make time for a stop at Hikawa Shrine or Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Sakura Ward
While Sakura Ward isn't home to many top sights, Saitama Super Arena and Nack5 Stadium Omiya are some notable places to visit nearby.
Minami Ward
While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park.
Bonsaicho
While Bonsaicho isn't home to many top sights, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine are some notable places to visit nearby.
