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Saitama Prefecture (埼玉)
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★★★★★ 3.5/5
Review: Consider visting if you have time

Saitama plays a significant role as a transportation hub and once served as a rest stop during the Edo period en route to Nikko. While it has evolved into a commuter area, certain historic towns like Kawagoe have managed to preserve the nostalgic ambiance of the Edo era. Situated in proximity to Tokyo, Saitama offers a convenient escape to nature, with mountainous regions like Chichibu providing accessible hiking trails and breathtaking displays of seasonal flowers. The Sayama Hills area, characterized by its verdant green tea fields, imparts a semi-rural atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.

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Saitama Prefecture (埼玉)

Our Recommendation
★★★★★ 3.5/5
Consider visiting if you have time

Saitama plays a significant role as a transportation hub and once served as a rest stop during the Edo period en route to Nikko. While it has evolved into a commuter area, certain historic towns like Kawagoe have managed to preserve the nostalgic ambiance of the Edo era. Situated in proximity to Tokyo, Saitama offers a convenient escape to nature, with mountainous regions like Chichibu providing accessible hiking trails and breathtaking displays of seasonal flowers. The Sayama Hills area, characterized by its verdant green tea fields, imparts a semi-rural atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.

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Places to visit in Saitama

Kashiya Yokocho

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Symbol of Tokyo with a long history and gateway to the rest of the country
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration:
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Located in Kawagoe, Saitama, the Kashiya Yokocho (菓子屋横丁) is a unique attraction that takes visitors back in time to the Edo period. Also known as the “sweet street,” the area is a collection of traditional Japanese-style ….

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Ice Pillar of Misotsuchi

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Outstanding work of nature
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price:
Activities: Sightseeing

Located in the northern part of Chichibu city in Saitama prefecture, the Ice Pillars is a natural phenomenon that occurs during the cold winter months, where icicles form on the face of the mountain. …

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Shibazakura Hill

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A great place for a day outdoor on a nice and sunny day
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Shibazakura Hill is a popular tourist attraction located in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. The park is known for its stunning display of pink shibazakura (moss phlox) flowers,  …

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Musashi Hills Forest Park

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A great place for a day outdoor on a nice and sunny day
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Shopping

Located in the heart of the Musashino Hills, the National Musashi Hills Forest Park (Kokuei Musashi Kyuryo Shinrin Koen) is a vast expanse of lush greenery and natural beauty. Covering a total area of 304 hectares, …

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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A nice temple in the city of Kawagoe
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, also known as Kawagoe Hikawa Jinja, is a Shinto shrine located in Kawagoe city, Saitama prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular shrines in Saitama prefecture and is known for its beautiful architecture, peaceful surroundings, and rich history. …

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Gongendo Sakura-zutsumi

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A beautiful place during Cherry Blossom Season
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Shopping

Located in Saitama prefecture, the Gongendo Sakura-zutsumi (桜堤) or the Sakura-lined path of Gongendo Temple in Saitama City, is one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the Kanto region. ….

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Tove Jansson Akebono Children's Forest Park

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A nice park with interesting ornaments
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 2 hours
Price:
Activities: Sightseeing

Located in Saitama prefecture, Tove Jansson Akebono Children’s Forest Park is a popular destination for families looking for outdoor activities and fun. The park is named after Tove Jansson,….

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Potential Itineraries

A Cultural Day Trip to Kamakura

Our Recommendation
★★★★★ 4.5/5
A great travel option if you want to stay close to Tokyo
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Hakone

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Experience the Japanese Onsen culture
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Nikko

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Experience Mother Nature while learning about Japanese History
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Nikko
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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