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A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.
23 km · about 25 min drive
Saitama, Japan · Asia
Saitama works well as a base: 15 minutes from Sashiōgi, 25km from Sensō-ji.
Saitama is a major city located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 1,324,854, it is one of the largest urban centers in Asia.
On a road trip, Saitama sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Saitama to your route.
Saitama Prefectural Urawa Nishi High School (埼玉県立浦和西高等学校, Saitama Kenritsu Urawanishi Kōtō Gakkō), often shortened to Nishikō (西高) is a public high school in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the few public schools in the prefecture that does not have a school uniform.
Until the 1970s, the schoolRead more
enjoyed prestigious position after Urawa High School and Urawa Ichijo High School. During the 80s and 90s, it was known as one of the best public schools and sent its alumni to the best universities in Japan, such as Tokyo University. Many applicants to the school are attracted by the no-school-uniform policy and by the liberal atmosphere that encourages students' independence.
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Saitama is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.9081 latitude, 139.6566 longitude.
Saitama has a population of approximately 1,324,854 people, making it a major city in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.
23 km · about 25 min drive
museum
Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.
24 km · about 25 min drive
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Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.
24 km · about 30 min drive
cathedral
Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.
25 km · about 30 min drive
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The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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A serene Shinto shrine surrounded by a lush forested park, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in the heart of Tokyo.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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