Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
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.
The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama
The cutting edge of Japanese art, as well as masters including Monet and Gauguin, are housed in a striking modernist building with an inventive chair collection.
Keyaki Hiroba
Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.
Iwatsuki Hotel Deals
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Apart from the rooms being pretty small (which is i suppose normal for tokyo hotels), everything else checked out well
Reviewed on 2026/1/6
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Na
Reviewed on 2026/1/6
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Good
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Close enough to city (2 stops away from Tokyo station). But after day surrounded by crowds and lights a welcome sanctuary to return to. Quiet location and so well sound proofed you'd never know it was a fully booked hotel. Stayed in quad room family of 4 with teens. No issues with space. Immaculately ...
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo-ariake
Excellent choice, could not ask for anything better. Staff speaks mostly Japanese with limited English speakers; however, with a smart phone translated was able to communicate effectively.
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great staff and attention to detail. Able to accommodate to last minute changes with no issues.
Reviewed on 2026/1/6
Other neighborhoods around Iwatsuki
Minuma Ward
Minuma Ward might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Nack5 Stadium Omiya are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Higashiomiya
When in Higashiomiya, you can plan a visit to Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bonsaicho
While Bonsaicho isn't home to many top sights, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine are some notable places to visit nearby.
Midori Ward
If you're spending some time in Midori Ward, Saitama Stadium 2002 and Nakao Shrine are top sights worth seeing.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Omiya
Home to the revered Hikawa Shrine, this neighborhood boasts a rich cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere and explore the shrine's historical significance.
