Central Area

Saitama City is Saitama’s bustling political and economic heart. Here, numerous railway arteries converge, including the Tohoku and Joetsu bullet trains. The Saitama Shintoshin district, anchored by the impressive Saitama Super Arena, presents a striking skyline of futuristic architecture. In a remarkable contrast, the vast Minuma rice fields stretch alongside these modern towers, creating a unique harmony between city and agriculture. The area is home to the venerable Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, whose 2-kilometer approach speaks to its 2,000-year heritage and continued significance to both locals and the Imperial Family. Omiya is also a “bonsai mecca” with its celebrated Bonsai Village and Bonsai Museum drawing enthusiasts from across the globe.