Omiya Bonsai Village: A Living Art
Discover the art of miniature trees in a tranquil village dedicated to bonsai, just north of Tokyo in Saitama Prefecture.
Omiya Bonsai Village, located in Saitama, is a unique neighborhood dedicated to the art of bonsai. Established in 1925 after the Great Kanto Earthquake, it's home to numerous bonsai nurseries, a museum, and residents who meticulously maintain miniature trees in their gardens.
A brief summary to Omiya Bonsai Village
- Bonsaicho, Saitama, Bonsaicho, Kita Ward, Saitama, 331-0805, JP
- +8148-663-3899
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Friday 9 am-4 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Check the opening days; most nurseries and the museum are closed on Thursdays.
- Attend the Grand Bonsai Festival (May 3-5) for special exhibitions and a lively atmosphere.
- Photography is generally not allowed in the nurseries.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the village and gardens.
- Combine your visit with a trip to nearby Omiya Park or the Saitama Municipal Cartoon Art Museum.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Omiya Station, take the Tobu Urban Park Line (Tobu Noda Line) to Omiya-Koen Station (approx. 5 minutes, 160 yen). Alternatively, take the JR Utsunomiya Line from Omiya Station to Toro Station (approx. 5 minutes, 150 yen). The village is a 5-10 minute walk from either station.
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Taxi
From Omiya Station, a taxi to Omiya Bonsai Village takes approximately 4 minutes and costs between 2,200 and 2,700 yen. Note that taxi fares in Saitama start at 700 yen, with an additional 400 yen per kilometer.
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Walking
It is approximately a 42-minute walk from Omiya Station to Omiya Bonsai Village, covering a distance of 3.6 kilometers.
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