Omiya Bonsai Art Museum: A Living Art Legacy
Discover the ancient art of bonsai at the world's first public bonsai museum in Saitama's Omiya Bonsai Village.
The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum in Saitama is the world's first public museum dedicated to the art of bonsai. Located in the heart of Omiya Bonsai Village, it showcases the history, culture, and artistry of bonsai with a collection of miniature trees, pots, and related artifacts.
A brief summary to Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
- Torocho, 2 Chome−２４−3, Saitama, 2 Chome Torocho, Kita Ward, Saitama, 331-0804, JP
- +8148-780-2091
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the museum's website for information on seasonal exhibitions, workshops, and temporary closures.
- Consider visiting the museum in conjunction with a stroll through the Omiya Bonsai Village to experience the full scope of bonsai culture.
- English audio guides are available for a small fee to enhance your understanding of the exhibits.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully appreciate the museum's collection and the Bonsai Garden.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Omiya Station, take the JR Utsunomiya Line two stops to Toro Station. From the East Exit of Toro Station, the museum is a 5-minute walk. Alternatively, from Omiya Station, take the Tobu Urban Park Line to Omiya Koen Station, from which the museum is a 10-minute walk. A single fare from Omiya Station to Toro Station costs ¥150.
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Walking
From Toro Station East Exit, exit the station and walk straight. Follow the signs for the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum. The walk is approximately 5 minutes through a quiet residential neighborhood.
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Car
From the Shintoshin Nishi exit on the Metropolitan Expressway Saitama Shintoshin Route, the museum is about 6 km away. From the Iwatsuki exit on the Tohoku Expressway, it is about 9 km. Parking is available for 39 cars (free for up to 2 hours). Be aware that some car navigation systems may direct you to the wrong location; use the address of the adjacent Independent Human Resources Development Center (Saitama City, Kita Ward, Toro-chou, 2-24-1) instead.
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