Sakura Ward
Saitama
Visit Sakura Ward
Popular places to visit
Akigase Park
On Sunday afternoons, Saitama’s families and their dogs flock to this park for picnics, barbecues and views of Mount Fuji.
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
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Mount Fuji Panoramic View and Shopping Day Tour from Shinjuku
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour
Private Mt Fuji Tour from Tokyo: Scenic BBQ & Hidden Gems
Tokyo: Tea Ceremony & Japanese Sweets Making
Top hotels in Sakura Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
The hotel is a great location. Bus from airport stops only 1 block from hotel. Beware the shower area includes a Japanese style. Have to work out the shower in the bathtub. Only bbc news English Channel. There is a Macas and a English pub nearby for cheap eats.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
It’s a clean hotel 10 min walk from Shinjuku station. But rooms are quite cramped. The hallway is not wide enough to open a large (30 in) suitcase. It’s ok for a short business trip and just a small (26 in) suitcase, but probably too small if you are staying longer and do lots of shopping (I.e it ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Being right across the street from Shinagawa Station is the best part about this hotel’s location. Hotel staff were professional but were not the kind to give you the warm fuzzies. Hotel and rooms themselves were somewhat outdated, but clean. Would stay here again in a pinch, but not necessarily ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
The staff are amazing in terms of being helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
We had a fantastic time at the hotel. The breakfast buffet was amazing. Great amenities.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Very clean
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sakura Ward
Minami Ward
While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park.
Chuo Ward
If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, 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.
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba 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.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
