Event / Must-see for those who participate in live concerts! Saitama Super Arena] Access How to spend time around Recommended Sightseeing Spots and Sweets 【Saitama Shintoshin

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Saitama Super Arena One of the largest multipurpose arenas in Japan with a maximum capacity of 37,000 seats © Saitama Arena Co.
Summer vacation is coming soon!
The HOT season has arrived at Saitama Super Arena!
Many people will probably attend festivals and live events again this year!

It would be a waste to go straight home just to attend an event!
How to spend your time at the Saitama Super Arena, also known as "TAMA-ARI"?
Are there places for sightseeing in the vicinity? Are there any recommended souvenirs?

The Omiya staff of JR East Travel Service Center which provides seasonal sightseeing information, will introduce recommended spots around TAMA-ARI!
Please refer to them and make the most of your summer vacation!

1. Excellent access! Where is the nearest station directly connected to Saitama Super Arena?

The nearest station is JR Saitama-shintoshin station, which won a Good Design Award for its bright and open design.
It is about 30 minutes directly from JR Tokyo Station and one station from JR Omiya Station, the gateway terminal to the Tohoku and Hokuriku regions.

"Tama-ari" is directly connected to JR Saitama-shintoshin station. The "TAMA-ARI" is directly connected to the station. It is a 3-minute walk from the 2nd floor deck of the West Exit!

There are coin lockers and barrier-free facilities in the station.

How to spend the waiting time before and after the show? Keyaki Hiroba and...

Keyaki Hiroba © Saitama Arena Co.
Keyaki Hiroba © Saitama Arena Co.
Adjacent to TAMA-ARI is "Keyaki Hiroba," a spacious open space on the second floor above ground and first basement level, where you can feel the gentle breeze of the trees.

It is a spacious and open space where you can feel the gentle breeze of the trees!
You can take a relaxing break and have a meal while waiting for a show to start or between events.

Many events are held here, such as local marche, beer festivals, concerts, etc. Please check the link for the latest information.
Keyaki Hiroba Shop & Event Information is here
Saitama Super Arena Memorial
"Saitama Super Arena Memorial" at the entrance plaza on the 2nd floor of "TAMA-ARI" displays the actual game balls used in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, players' autographs and other legacies, as well as a timeline of nostalgic events.
" Visitors can enjoy the "past," "present," and "future" of "TAMA ALIENA" with their eyes in vivid colors.

If you are lucky, you might be able to meet them!

You may also meet "Tamarin," the official character of Saitama Super Arena!
His cute face is irresistible!
Saitama Super Arena official character "Tamarin" © Saitama Arena Co.

Saitama Super Arena Event Information

TAMA-ARI is full of events of all genres!
Please check out the latest event information and come visit us!
Saitama Super Arena Latest Event Information
Saitama Super Arena HP is here

3. Recommended spots around TAMA-ARI within walking distance from TAMA-ARI

If you have time to spare while waiting for an event, why don't you enjoy sightseeing in the area?
" A 10-minute walk from "Tama-Ari" is the Hikawa approach to the Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine.
Along the approach are Japanese and Western sweets stores, cafes, and souvenir stores, where you can enjoy local flavors and handmade goods!

On a fine day, the following walking course is recommended. On a sunny day, the following walking course is recommended!
Walking Map

　(1). Saitama Super Arena

　　　　↓ (5 min. on foot)

　2). Confectionery store UN GRAND PAS

　　　　↓ (5 min. on foot)

　(3). Hikawa approach

　　　　↓ (30 minutes on foot)

　④. Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine

UN GRAND PAS, a patisserie that looks like it belongs on a French street corner

UN GRAND PAS
UN GRAND PAS is a confectionery store loved by locals located between "Tama-ari" and the Hikawa approach.
The name "Un Grand Pas" means "a great step forward" in French.
We are particular about authentic French traditional pastries and value the "five senses" that only a pastry chef can offer.
The texture and flavor of each pastry are changed by slight baking adjustments due to the simplicity of the ingredients.
The confectionery offers a wide variety of products that can only be purchased in Saitama and are perfect as souvenirs.

Recommended in summer! Excellent Gelato!

Authentic gelato made by a patissier
The staff's top recommendation! Lavash (Jersey milk)
Thick gelato made with carefully selected ingredients.
You can enjoy the mellow aroma and rich taste of fruit.
There are eight flavors to choose from! So attractive that you can't decide which one to try!
The "Lavash" recommended by the staff has a strong milk flavor and a gentle sweetness that is irresistible!
Currently, for a limited time only, the summery "Choco Mint" and "Ananas (pineapple flavor)" are available.

You can also order outside or sit on the terrace.
Why don't you spend a luxurious and refreshing time forgetting about the heat?

Recommended for souvenirs and gifts! Baked sweets

In addition to petit gâteau and entremets, we also offer Four sec, Demi sec, Gateau Pyrenees, Crème Glace, Viennoiserie （The wide range of products includes Gateau Pyrenees, Crème Glace, Viennoiserie, Pain, Chocolat, and many more. Regardless of age or gender, there is a wide selection of sweets that are sure to please as souvenirs.
Petit Four de Mise-sec
The "Petit Foul de Mise-sec" is a box of bite-sized baked goods of various kinds. It is a popular item and is often sold out in the morning. It is a jewel box that looks and tastes great. It is also recommended as a gift!
As the chef says, it is a "semi-baked pastry," and it really is delicious, with a texture that is somewhere between fresh and baked pastries. The shelf life is about one week.
"UN GRAND PAS" HP is here!

5. "Hikawa Sando" leading to Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine

Torii (Gate) on the Hikawa approach
Hikawa approach
A five-minute walk from Anglampa, you will see the torii gate at the entrance to the Hikawa Sando (approach to Hikawa).

Hikawa Sando is an approach leading to Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, one of the sacred places in Chichibu. It is about 2 km long.
The approach is lined with trees and has a sacred atmosphere that makes for a refreshing stroll.

It is surrounded by beautiful nature in each of the four seasons, especially cherry blossoms in spring, dark green trees in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowy landscape in winter, showing a different face each time you visit.
Just walking along the path is a calming experience and makes you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Cafes and stores line the approach to the shrine, and it is recommended to stop by and enjoy the local delicacies.

Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, located in Omiya Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, at the end of the approach, has flourished as the guardian deity of Musashi Province since ancient times and boasts a historic shrine hall donated by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi. The shrine is also the origin of the place name "Omiya." Omiya Park is located behind the shrine grounds, where visitors can relax and enjoy the beauty of summer flowers and plants. Why not purify your body and mind and gain new energy in this place where history and nature are in harmony?

Summary

When you visit "TAMA-ARI", please enjoy sightseeing in the area.
The area around JR Saitama-shintoshin Station is a vibrant area filled with many attractions of Saitama, including the Cocoon City commercial complex, the Mint Saitama Museum, and the headquarters of Shimamura Co.
Please spend a wonderful time in this area where you can enjoy local gourmet food and sightseeing.

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