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Local name: 所沢市 Population: 341.4 thous. (2019)Area: 27.8 mi²Elevation: 262 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°47'33"N, 139°27'22"E
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Tokorozawa Top Attractions

Tokorozawa Attractions - What to See and Explore

Tokorozawa offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Seibuen Yuenchi, Seibu Dome, Tokorozawa Aviation Museum, Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Amusement • Theme park • Amusement park

    Seibuen Yuenchi

    Seibuen Yuenchi, nestled in the city of Tokorozawa, Japan, is a charming amusement park that offers a delightful escape for families and fun-seekers. This recreational park, which is easily accessible from central Tokyo, provides a blend of traditional amusement rides...

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    Arenas and stadiums • Sport venue • Sport

    Seibu Dome

    Seibu Dome, officially known as Belluna Dome for sponsorship reasons, is a prominent stadium located in the city of Tokorozawa, Japan. It is primarily used for baseball and serves as the home field for the Saitama Seibu Lions, a professional baseball team in Japan's...

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    Museum • Science museum • History museum

    Tokorozawa Aviation Museum

    The Tokorozawa Aviation Museum stands as a tribute to the rich history of aviation in Tokorozawa, Japan. This museum, nestled in the city known as the cradle of Japanese aviation, offers a fascinating journey through the development of flight in the country.

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    Park

    Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park

    Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park is a park located in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture in Japan. It contains the Tokorozawa Aviation Museum.

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    Theater • Concerts and shows

    Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Centre Muse

    Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Centre Muse is a concert hall complex consisting of the main "Ark Hall", with a pipe organ, and other facilities, located in Tokorozawa, Saitama, west of Tokyo, Japan.

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    Temple

    Arahata Fuji Shrine

    Arahata Fuji Shrine is a Shintō shrine in Tokorozawa city, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is noteworthy as a scale reproduction of Mount Fuji that can be easily climbed and offers views of the actual Mount Fuji and surrounding areas from the top.

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    Sacred and religious sites • Temple

    Tokorozawa Shinmei Shrine

    Tokorozawa Shimei Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan.

  • national hansens disease museum tokorozawa
    Museum • Specialty museum

    National Hansen's Disease Museum

    The National Hansen's Disease Museum is a museum in Higashimurayama, Tokyo, Japan that is dedicated to education about Hansen's disease and to eliminate discriminatory practices against its sufferers.

  • hachikokuyama tokorozawa
    Park

    Hachikokuyama

    Hachikokuyama is a ridge and park in Higashimurayama, Tokyo along its border with Tokorozawa, Saitama. Its name translates literally into English as "Eight Country Mountain" since in times past, one could view the eight surrounding provinces surrounding Musashi Province from its top.

  • shofuku ji tokorozawa
    Temple • Buddhist architecture

    Shōfuku-ji

    Shōfuku-ji is a Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple in Higashimurayama, Tokyo, Japan. Its early 15th century Jizō hall is a registered National Treasure of Japan.

  • taki no castle tokorozawa
    Forts and castles

    Taki-no Castle

    Taki-no Castle is a flatland-hilltop Japanese castle ruin located in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture. It was on a key route between the northern Kanto Plain and Hachioji.

  • higashimurayama tokorozawa
    City • Area

    Higashimurayama

    Higashimurayama is a city located in the western portion of Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. As of 1 March 2021, the city had an estimated population of 148,275, and a population density of 8700 persons per km².

  • miyoshi tokorozawa
    Town • Area

    Miyoshi

    Miyoshi is a town located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 28 February 2021, the town had an estimated population of 38,101 in 16,692 households and a population density of 2500 persons per km². The total area of the town is 15.33 square kilometres.

  • higashiyamato tokorozawa
    City • Area

    Higashiyamato

    Higashiyamato is a city located in the western portion of Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. As of 1 April 2021, the city had an estimated population of 85,294, and a population density of 6400 persons per km². The total area of the city was 13.42 square kilometres.

  • former hitachi aircraft tachikawa factory transformer substation tokorozawa
    35°44'7"N • 139°25'16"E

    Former Hitachi Aircraft Tachikawa Factory Transformer Substation

    The Former Hitachi Aircraft Tachikawa Factory Transformer Substation is a building in Higashiyamato, Tokyo. Damaged in US air raids during World War II, it is maintained as a war memorial.

  • shinko ji tokorozawa
    Temple

    Shinko-ji

    Shinko-ji is a Shingon Sect Buzan School Buddhist temple in Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan. It is along the ancient Kamakura Kaidō road and traces its history to its founding by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1193.

  • sayama prefectural natural park tokorozawa
    Park

    Sayama Prefectural Natural Park

    Sayama Prefectural Natural Park is a Prefectural Natural Park in Tokyo, Japan. The park was established in 1951 and derives its name from the Sayama Hills. Across the border in Saitama Prefecture is the Sayama Prefectural Natural Park.

  • hatogamine hachiman shrine tokorozawa
    Temple

    Hatogamine Hachiman Shrine

    Hatogamine Hachiman Shrine is a Shintō shrine in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. In the former Modern system of ranked Shinto shrines, it was classified as a district shrine.

  • sayama prefectural natural park tokorozawa
    Park

    Sayama Prefectural Natural Park

    Sayama Prefectural Natural Park is a Prefectural Natural Park in Tokyo, Japan. The park was established in 1951 and derives its name from the Sayama Hills. Across the border in Saitama Prefecture is the Sayama Prefectural Natural Park.

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Things to See and Do in Tokorozawa by Category

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Tokorozawa – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Tokorozawa, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Tokyo National Museum (Tokyo), Imperial Palace (Tokyo), The National Art Center (Tokyo).

  • tokyo national museum19 milesE
    Grand site for Japanese art and antiques

    Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo

    The Tokyo National Museum, standing as a cultural beacon in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, is the country's oldest and largest museum. Established in 1872, this prestigious institution is dedicated to preserving and displaying a comprehensive collection of art...

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    Emperor's residence with gardens and tours

    Imperial Palace, Tokyo

    The Imperial Palace, nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Japan, is a pivotal symbol of the nation's rich heritage and the residence of the Japanese imperial family. Surrounded by moats and massive stone walls, the palace is a serene oasis amid the bustling cityscape.

  • the national art center tokyo18 milesSE
    Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum

    The National Art Center, Tokyo

    Nestled in the vibrant heart of Tokyo, The National Art Center stands as a contemporary architectural marvel and a beacon of culture in Japan's bustling capital. Opened to the public in January 2007, the museum is distinguished by its unique façade, characterized by...

  • tsukiji fish market tokyo20 milesSE
    Fish market with an extensive selection

    Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo

    The Tsukiji Fish Market, once the heart of Tokyo's culinary scene, was renowned as the world's largest and busiest fish market. Located in central Tokyo, it was a bustling hub of activity where the freshest seafood from around the globe was bought and sold.

  • tokyo tower19 milesSE
    Well-known tower with observation areas

    Tokyo Tower, Tokyo

    The Tokyo Tower, unmistakable with its white and international orange paint, stands as an iconic symbol of Japan's capital city, Tokyo. Rising to a height of 333 meters, Tokyo Tower was completed in 1958 and has since been an enduring landmark and a tourist attraction...

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Best Time To Visit Tokorozawa

Learn when is the best time to travel to Tokorozawa weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in March.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and December. Most of it rains in June, August and September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Tokorozawa?

The top attractions to visit in Tokorozawa are:

What is the best time to visit Tokorozawa?

August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in March. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

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