Saitama & central area · Culture
Omiya Bonsai Village & Art Museum
Small trees, a world of Japanese artistry.
Bonsai growers relocated here from Tokyo after the Great Kanto Earthquake, creating a village that draws enthusiasts from around the world. Admire celebrated trees at the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, then wander among the surrounding bonsai gardens.
Plan your visit
- Getting there
- About 5 min on foot from Omiya-koen Station (Tobu Urban Park Line) or JR Toro Station
- From Tokyo Station
- About 50–70 minTokyo → Toro (JR Ueno-Tokyo / Utsunomiya Line) → 5-minute walk
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- Opening hours
- Bonsai Art Museum: Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Thursdays except holidays, over New Year and on special closure dates. Bonsai Village nurseries set their own schedules.
- Admission
- Museum adult admission ¥310. Walking through Bonsai Village is separate from museum admission; check each nursery's visiting conditions.
- Time to enjoy
- 1–2 hours
- Best time
- Spring, including the May Bonsai Festival, and autumn
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Opening hours and events may change. Please check the latest details before visiting.
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