Iwatsuki
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Iwatsuki Castle Park
Iwatsuki Castle Park is just one of the places to see in Saitama, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
Saitama Stadium 2002
Catch an event at Saitama Stadium 2002 during your trip to Saitama. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
Things to do
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
Top hotels in Iwatsuki
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Room was comfortable for two people, easy and central location in Shinjuku. Staff were lovely
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
clean room, kind staff
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Shower was very
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
This was an excellent hotel. Everything we wanted out of a hotel. I liked it was in a quieter section of Tokyo. It was walking distance to some attractions and the train station was close.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo-ariake
All good
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Room was very comfortable. Small kids area on first floor too. Breakfast buffet is quite nice but pricey. Quiet area around with a family mart convenience store connected to the hotel, microwave on each floor.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iwatsuki
Minuma Ward
Minuma Ward might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Nack5 Stadium Omiya are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Higashiomiya
When in Higashiomiya, you can plan a visit to Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bonsaicho
While Bonsaicho isn't home to many top sights, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine are some notable places to visit nearby.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall 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.
