Saitama
To the locals, Saitama is especially known for the large number of commuters who live in sleepy towns and take the train to Tokyo every day to work. Saitama doesn’t always receive enough love as a tourist destination, but don’t be fooled, as there are some very nice day trips from Tokyo, such as to Kawagoe, that you can take to Saitama. Read this travel guide for more tips.
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Tokorozawa Sakura Town | A town full of Saitama’s charms
Maybe you wouldn’t think Saitama is a typical destination for pop culture and architecture fans, but Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama is just that! Find out what to discover there.
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Chichibu, Saitama | Various activities can be enjoyed
What fun activities can you do in Chichibu in Saitama? This pretty small mountain town has a lot more to offer than you would initially think!
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Omiya Bonsai Village | The world’s first Museum dedicated to Bonsai
Omiya’s main attraction is the Omiya Bonsai Village, one of the best places in Japan to get an in-depth insight into the art of aesthetic miniaturization.
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Kawagoe Traditional Village in Saitama | Rich history and culture
In the prefecture of Saitama, there is an intact village that has remained of the Edo Period. The town is called Kawagoe, and it is a popular tourist spot in the otherwise non-touristy prefecture.
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Kawagoe Kumano Shrine, Saitama | Blessed with good health
The Kumano Shrine in popular tourist destination Kawagoe has three activities that aim to bring the visitor closer to the gods. The activities are a bit physical and even quite fun.