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.
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.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
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.
Things to do
Private Shopping Tour from Tokyo Hotels to LakeTown Outlet
Private Shopping Tour from Tokyo City to Lake Town Outlet
Nara: 1.5 Hour Private Kasuga Taisha Shrine Tour - World Heritage
Private Omiya Bonsai Village Tour with Licensed Guide
From Tokyo: Kamakura & Enoshima 1-Day Bus Tour
Top hotels in Iwatsuki
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Things are convenient and straightforward
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Should secure more breakfast restaurant
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
The room was small for the price, but nevertheless its very good close to Shinjuku Station and all the attractions that go with it. The staff were very kind and helpful. Hopefully my next trip to Japan I will book again with a bigger room this time.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Great spot near many amenities. Second stay and would return for a third time.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Amazing
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Asakusa View Hotel
perfect!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Iwatsuki
Minuma Ward
Though Minuma Ward may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Higashiomiya
Higashiomiya might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bonsaicho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bonsaicho and surrounding area, you can visit Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine.
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
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Omiya. You might want to make time for a stop at Hikawa Shrine or Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
