Saitama Travel Guide
Saitama prefecture borders Tokyo to the north in Kanto, and is best known for its convenience as a day trip location from Tokyo. Here you will find the former castle town of Kawagoe, which still retains its old Japan atmosphere, plus the mountainous Chichibu region, which is full of natural hiking trails and awe-inspiring views. Saitama is also known for its unique cuisines and charming historical inns as well.
Nature / Seasons
![[Winter 2025] Nagatoro Town, Saitama Prefecture: Come see the winter flower "Wintersweet" blooming under the clear winter sky](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/11/01-207155.webp)
![[Nagatoro Town, Saitama Prefecture] Shibusawa Eiichi, the face of the new 10,000 yen bill, and the Chichibu Railway. Let's tour the places associated with Shibusawa Eiichi!](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/01-199861.webp)
![[Updated for 2024] Introducing all the recommended tourist spots on Saitama Prefecture's local line, Chichibu Railway!](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/30-206651.webp)
![[Tourist Train] Saitama, Chichibu / Nagatoro: A thorough explanation of the SL Paleo Express, the steam locomotive closest to Tokyo](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/30-206466.webp)
Culture
![[2024 Edition] About 90 minutes from Tokyo. 3 Summer Festivals to Enjoy During the Obon Period in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/08/04-191082.webp)
![[Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture] Kawase Festival 2024 will be held on July 19th (Fri) and July 20th (Sat)](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/07/07-186848.webp)
![Sumo Chichibu training camp held at Chichibu Furusato Village [Ogano Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture] June 2nd to June 12th](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/05/23-181208.webp)
Things To Do
![[2024 Autumn] Raise a Glass After Sightseeing! Savor a Special Evening at the 'Twilight Teahouse Bar', Enjoying Whiskey and Cocktails in a Japanese Garden](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/01-199916.webp)
![[Popular spot] Nagatoro, Saitama: A thorough explanation of how to board the Nagatoro Line Boat Cruise, a river boat activity that has been going for 100 years](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/29-206177.webp)
![[2024 Autumn] Nagatoro, Saitama – Just 90 Minutes from Tokyo! Enjoy a Day Trip for Stunning Autumn Foliage](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/08/27-194284.webp)
![[2024 Autumn] 90 Minutes from Tokyo: A Cozy 2-Day, 1-Night Fall Getaway to the Beautiful Autumn Colors of Chichibu & Nagatoro](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/28-205699.webp)
Transportation
More![[Saitama, Chichibu / Nagatoro] A thorough explanation of the local railway "Chichibu Railway"! We will introduce how to ride and a discount ticket that allows you to get on and off multiple times.](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/08/27-194286.webp)
![[Saitama Prefecture] How to get to Chichibu and Nagatoro! Which route is recommended from Tokyo or Kawagoe?](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/10/31-206954.webp)
Food & Drink
![The ramen shop "Daikinsei"'s limited edition 3 was a shocking mix of ramen [Yokoze Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture]](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/09/27-199386.webp)
![To the poppies in the sky! [Minano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama Prefecture] 1 night 2 day model itinerary (Hiyoshi Inn & HIMIDORI)](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/05/18-180495.webp)
![[Nagatoro Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture] Choseikan's Nagashi Somen 2024 opens on Saturday, April 27th!](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/04/22-177691.webp)
![2-day, 1-night itinerary [Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture] To the Shibazakura Hills (Hiyoshi Inn & HIMIDORI)](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2024/04/16-177216.webp)
Accommodation
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