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Accommodation
The Saitama Arts Theater (彩の国さいたま芸術劇場) is located in Yono-Honmachi (与野本町), Saitama City. The nearest station is Yono-Honmachi Station (JR Saikyō Line, 7 min walk). Most hotels are in Omiya or Shintoshin, both approx. 20–25 min by train.
Near Omiya / Shintoshin Stations
These hotels offer the widest range of dining and transport options. Travel time to the venue is approx. 20–25 min by train + 7–15 min walk.
Candeo Hotels OmiyaRecommended
Modern hotel with rooftop spa. Comfortable rooms and excellent facilities.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4 km / ¥1,500–2,000
Palace Hotel Omiya
Classic business hotel directly adjacent to Omiya Station (pedestrian bridge access). In-house restaurants available.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4 km / ¥1,500–2,000
Marroad Inn Omiya
Reliable business hotel within easy reach of Omiya Station.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4 km / ¥1,500–2,000
Hotel Metropolitan Saitama-Shintoshin
Directly connected to JR Saitama-Shintoshin Station. Highly rated for service and convenience. In-house café restaurant (Café Crossyard).
Taxi to theater: approx. 2 km / ¥900–1,100
The Mark Grand HotelRecommended
Upscale hotel with in-house Italian restaurant (Sereno) and Japanese kaiseki restaurant. Comfortable, spacious rooms. Lawson convenience store on 2F.
Taxi to theater: approx. 2 km / ¥900–1,100
Toyoko Inn Omiya Higashiguchi
Budget-friendly chain hotel. Reliable quality, complimentary breakfast included. 5 min walk from Omiya Station East Exit.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4 km / ¥1,500–2,000
Yono Daiichi HotelClosest to Venue
Closest hotel to the Saitama Arts Theater, but public transport links are limited. AEON Mall within walking distance. A car or taxi is recommended for access.
Taxi to theater: approx. 1.5 km / ¥700–900
APA Hotel Saitama-Shintoshin
Budget chain hotel in the Shintoshin area. Consistent quality at competitive prices.
Taxi to theater: approx. 2.5 km / ¥1,000–1,200
Urawa / Toda area — may offer faster travel to the venue
These hotels are further from the main stations but may offer a shorter overall travel time to the venue than staying in Omiya or Shintoshin.
Hotel Arc One Naka-Urawa
Located directly in front of Naka-Urawa Station (JR Musashino Line). Access to the Saitama Arts Theater is most convenient by bus or taxi from the station.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4.5 km / ¥1,600–2,000
Toyoko Inn Toda-Koen
Budget chain hotel near Toda-Koen Station (Saikyō Line). Access to Yono-Honmachi Station is straightforward on the Saikyō Line.
Taxi to theater: approx. 6 km / ¥2,200–2,700
Toyoko Inn Kita-Toda
Budget chain hotel. Kita-Toda Station (Saikyō Line) provides convenient access to Yono-Honmachi.
Taxi to theater: approx. 4.5 km / ¥1,600–2,000
Shiki area — often has better availability
Toyoko Inn Shiki
Approx. 30 min to venue via bus: from Shiki Station East Exit, take the bus bound for Minami-Yono Station West Exit (南与野駅西口). Alight at "Yamakubo" (山久保), then approx. 10 min walk to the theater.
Taxi to theater: approx. 10 km / ¥3,500–4,500
Weekly Apartments
Yono Ekimae PlazaWeekly
Weekly serviced apartments near Yono Station. Closest weekly option to the theater on foot.
Taxi to theater: approx. 2 km / ¥900–1,100
Pit-In ShintoshinWeekly
Weekly serviced apartments in the Shintoshin area. Convenient for participants staying for the full programme.
02
Dining
All restaurants listed are within walking distance of the Saitama Arts Theater, in the neighborhoods of Honmachinishi (本町西), Suzuya (鈴谷), or Uemine (上峰) — all in Chuo Ward, Saitama City. # = lunch service available.
At the Venue
Café # · Theater
Café Palette
カフェ Palette
Inside Saitama Arts Theater · 3-15-15 Uemine
Light meals · Coffee · Sweets
Stylish café inside the theater. Sri Lankan curry and other light meals. Cashless payment only. Hours: 11:00–19:00 (daily).
Inside the theater
Near the Theater — Walking Distance
Café # · 4.0★
Kurokuma Kitchen
くろくまキッチン
8-9-10 Suzuya
Daily set meals · Bagels · Light meals
Cozy café right next to the theater with daily-changing lunch menus. Hours: Mon–Wed, Sat–Sun 11:00–17:00. Closed Thu–Fri.
3 min walk from the theater
Japanese Sweets # · 4.6★
Anmitsusan
あんみつさん
3-14-19 Uemine
Anmitsu · Udon · Rice dishes
Highly rated tearoom serving anmitsu (sweet bean dessert), udon, and onigiri sets with exceptional attention to detail. Hours: Wed–Sun 11:30–18:00. Closed Mon–Tue.
2 min walk from the theater
Chinese # · 4.6★
Chugoku-sai Takenoki
中国菜 竹の樹
8-9-10 Suzuya (Kozutsuki Bldg 101)
Lunch from ¥1,000
High-quality Chinese cuisine at hotel-restaurant level. Light flavors, low oil. Almond tofu is especially popular. Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00–14:30 & 17:00–21:00; Sun 17:00–21:00. Closed Mon.
3 min walk from the theater
German Beer · 4.5★
Bei Mario
バイマリオ
4-1-6 Uemine
Dinner from ¥2,000
Authentic German cuisine run by a German chef. Large portions, excellent beer selection. Dinner only. Hours: Mon, Wed–Sun 17:30–23:00. Closed Tue.
8 min walk from the theater
Japanese Izakaya · 4.4★
Ichigoichie
いちごいちえ
1-13-13 Honmachinishi
Dinner from ¥2,000
Sashimi-centred izakaya popular with actors from the Saitama Arts Theatre. Excellent daily specials. Dinner only. Hours: Mon–Tue, Thu–Sun 17:00–23:00. Closed Wed.
12 min walk from the theater
Japanese · Kyoto # · 4.2★
Kyosuzume
京雀
1-3-24 Honmachinishi (Unicosquare 1F)
Lunch from ¥1,200
Kyoto-style restaurant serving handmade udon, soba, and set meals at lunch; izakaya in the evening. Hours: Mon–Tue, Thu–Sun 11:30–14:00 & 17:00–22:00. Closed Wed.
12 min walk from the theater
Taiwanese # · 4.3★
Yamazaki Highball Shokudo
山崎ハイボール食堂（台湾風料理）
2-1-29 Honmachinishi
Lunch from ¥850
Casual Taiwanese-style izakaya. Large-portion fried chicken set for ¥850. Also known for pork spare ribs and rice bowl dishes. Hours: Mon, Wed–Sun 11:00–15:00 & 17:00–22:00. Closed Tue.
10 min walk from the theater
Soba · Udon # · 3.9★
Udon Soba Tanakaya
うどんそば田中屋
8-9-12 Suzuya
from ¥450
Family-run soba/udon restaurant. Exceptionally good value — mori soba from ¥450. Lunch only. Hours: Mon–Wed, Sat–Sun 11:30–15:00. Closed Thu–Fri.
3 min walk from the theater
Café · Food # · 5.0★
Rojiura Shokudo
ろじうら食堂
7-7-3 Suzuya (inside Garagemarket)
Homemade set meals · Snacks
Hidden-alley canteen in a garage market. Fresh fried chicken from Saitama farms, homemade set meals. Hours: Wed 11:00–17:00; Fri–Sat 11:00–21:00; Sun 11:00–17:00. Closed Mon–Tue, Thu.
5 min walk from the theater
Steak # · 3.7★
Steak no Don
ステーキのどん
3-9-13 Uemine
Steak from ¥1,500
Family steak restaurant. All meals come with all-you-can-eat rice, bread, and soup. Good value and large portions. Large parking lot. Hours: daily 10:00–23:30.
8 min walk from the theater
Italian Chain # · 3.5★
Saizeriya
サイゼリヤ 与野本町駅前店
9-6-14 Suzuya (near Yono-Honmachi Station)
from ¥300
Italian family restaurant chain. Exceptionally budget-friendly. Good for quick meals. Hours: daily 10:00–24:00.
10 min walk from the theater
Chinese · Gyoza # · 3.6★
Gyoza no Ohsho
餃子の王将 与野本町店
9-6-15 Suzuya (near Yono-Honmachi Station)
from ¥600
Popular gyoza chain. Generous portions at low prices. Parking available. Hours: daily 11:00–22:00.
10 min walk from the theater
Family Restaurant # · 3.4★
Gusto Yono Uemine
ガスト 与野上峰店
2-1-1 Uemine
from ¥500
All-day family restaurant chain. Breakfast from 7:00 AM. Drink bar available. Reliable and affordable. Hours: daily 7:00–24:00.
10 min walk from the theater