Saitama & central area · Sports

Saitama Stadium 2002

A football ground filled with the roar of the crowd.

Anime-style fantasy illustration of Saitama Stadium 2002
AI-generated illustration based on a photograph, with reinterpreted colors and details.

Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, this dedicated football stadium seats around 63,700 people. It is home to Urawa Reds and their passionate supporters, and also hosts many Japan national team matches.

Plan your visit

Getting there
About 15 min on foot from Urawa-Misono Station (Saitama Railway)
From Tokyo Station
About 65–85 minTokyo → Oji → Urawa-Misono (Namboku Line / Saitama Railway) → 15-minute walk

An estimate for the transport shown, including transfers and walking. Waiting times and congestion vary; check a route for your departure time.

Public transport route

Access and booking checked

Opening hours
Park walks and stadium interior visits are separate. Regular tours require booking and are usually held on the last Sunday of each month; check the announced date and starting time. Matches and severe weather may restrict access.
Admission
Park walks are free. Regular tours: adult ¥800; special tours from ¥1,500. Match admission requires a separate ticket.
Time to enjoy
2–3 hours for a match
Best time
Year-round, on match days
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Opening hours and events may change. Please check the latest details before visiting.

Reference photo and illustration

AI-generated illustration based on a photograph, with reinterpreted colors and details.

埼玉スタジアム2002(正面).jpg — SKD · CC BY-SA 3.0

The illustration adapted from this photo is also provided under CC BY-SA 3.0.