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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Saitama, Kanto
Discover the best top things to do in Saitama, Japan including Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, The Railway Museum, The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum Saitama, Keyaki Hiroba, Omiya Bonsai Village, Saitama Prefecture Omiya Park, Omiya Park Zoo, Tsuki Shrine, Besshonuma Park, Yono Park.
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1. Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 441 reviews
Reviewed By marfield49 - Singapore, Singapore
In the midst of a concrete Omiya, embarking on the 2km, tranquil tree-lined route towards Hikawa Shrine was truly a lovely journey of peace and reflection. And in autumn in late Nov, the tree colors were a sight to behold. Two tori gates marked the head and end of the route. The shrine complex is huge but understated. There's a water trough upfront for visitors to "purify" oneself before entering the compound) You can get instructions at the tourist booth at Omiya mall when you come out of the train station. An extra perk for us was that many families were celebrating the 753 festival in which 5yro boys and 3 & 7yro girls were dressed in their formal kimono best to celebrate their rte of passage.
2. The Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 733 reviews
The Railway Museum will re-open on 10:00 Wednesday June 10. Advance reservation is required. Ticket can not be purchased at the museum. Advance reservation is required to enter the museum. Please purchase your ticket in advance at 7-Eleven, Lawson, or MINISTOP convenience stores. Some exhibits and hands-on programs are closed/ canceled. The Railway Museum will be operating on shortened hours from 10:00-17:00 (Last entry 16:30).
Reviewed By lyndallb2017 - Brisbane, Australia
This museum is easy to reach - we got a limited express train from Shinjuku, and then the New Shuttle for the short distance from Omiya station to the museum, using our Suica cards for both legs of the journey. We could also have used our Suica cards to enter the museum, but we chose to buy separate tickets, which, sadly, we had to hand back when we left. The museum is well laid out and has many innovative displays as well as plenty of ordinary static ones - the locos and carriages are the real thing, though there are also small models on display. There are interactive scientific displays for children, a mini bullet-train ride and other hands-on activities. We each bought a very nice lunchbox, though we could have chosen to eat at a cafe with a choice of dishes. There was some English information available, but it would be better with more. I gather the museum is trying to attract more foreign tourists, so perhaps the availability of English will be considered. Overall, an excellent museum with exhibits of interest to everyone, not just railway fans.
3. The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum Saitama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum is the most historical public museum of Bonsai in the world. Bonsai is one of the most aesthetic Japanese traditional arts and one of the must-see attractions in Japan! Here you can appreciate our collection of more than 120 Bonsai masterpieces and bonsai-related artifacts such as bonsai pots, miniature landscape stones called Suiseki, literature, woodblock prints, etc. In addition, about 70 pots of bonsai varying with the seasons are displayed in the garden. Taken care of delicately and continuously by Bonsai masters, Bonsai exudes its fascinating glamour. We are looking forward to seeing you explore the elegance and the secrets of this unique living art at Omiya Bonsai Art Museum! ** 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM March-October/ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM November-February/ Closed December 29 – January 3./ **The opening hours are subject to change due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
Reviewed By Eric_Greeney
This bonsai museum gives you a thorough introduction to the art of the bonsai. Different species and styles of the trees and aspects in their nursing and display are presented throughout the museum that has several sections. The tour ends in a courtyard with most impressive collection of large bonsai trees that are at least 200 years old, the oldest ones even 1000 years old! Taking photos is not allowed in all areas, but permitted at least in parts of the open air collection. Saitama is a bit far away from the central Tokyo, but reasonably easy to reach by train. If you have several days to spend in Tokyo and have interest in the art of the bonsai, Saitama has also several bonsai nurseries you might be interested in. All in all, this museum is a heaven for any bonsai tree enthusiast!
4. Keyaki Hiroba
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 167 reviews
Keyaki Hiroba is a restaurant and a shop in front of the Saitama Super Arena. In the park on the second floor connecting the deck from Saitama Shintoshin Station, there are 220 zelvoa trees, and it is a space of rest. There are various restaurants, convenience store, pharmacie on this 1st and 3rd floor.
5. Omiya Bonsai Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 81 reviews
Omiya Bonsai Village is an area encompassing 6 Bonsai gardens, located in the north of Tokyo, accessible within 30 minutes by train. Known as the mecca of bonsai, Omiya Bonsai Village is visited by numerous bonsai lovers not only from all over Japan but also all over the world. Omiya Bonsai Village was formed around 1925 by bonsai gardeners who moved from Tokyo due to the damage caused by the Great Kanto Earthquake. Today, there are 6 bonsai gardens in Omiya Bonsai Village. You may discover the distinctive characteristics of each bonsai gardener by browsing their collections and elaborate works. *Mansei-en: Moved to Omiya in 1925, *Kyuka-en: Since 1929, *Toju-en: Since 1931, *Fuyo-en: Since 1939, *Seikou-en: Moved to Omiya in 1943, *Shosetsu-en: Since 1977. Come and explore the magical beauty of bonsai in Omiya Bonsai Village!
Reviewed By joelsD3259UM
Visiting Saitama was an incredible experience made better by swinging by the Bonsai Museum. Mind blowing collection of trees and history in a quiet and calming location. Could have easily spent the whole day there sitting and enjoying the ambiance.
6. Saitama Prefecture Omiya Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By Drwan - Machang, Malaysia
Super 2nd Street is located about 800 meters from Miyahara Station. There you can find lots of quality used items. We went there looking for Coca Cola items and we were not disappointed.. Will go again in our next trip to Tokyo.
7. Omiya Park Zoo
8. Tsuki Shrine
9. Besshonuma Park
10. Yono Park
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