Saitama & central area · Sports

Saitama Super Arena

A vast arena that changes shape for every occasion.

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

Concerts, combat sports and basketball bring crowds to this multipurpose venue, with a movable seating block that changes the space. Neighbouring Keyaki Hiroba also hosts beer festivals and seasonal illuminations.

Plan your visit

Getting there
About 3 min on foot from JR Saitama-Shintoshin Station
From Tokyo Station
About 40–55 minTokyo → Saitama-Shintoshin (JR Ueno-Tokyo Line) → 3-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

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Opening hours
Now called GMO Arena Saitama. The three main halls are closed for renovation from Jan 13, 2026 through March 2027. Exhibition Hall, CA101 and TOIRO continue operating, with partial closures planned Oct 1–Dec 24, 2026. Opening times depend on the event.
Admission
Admission prices and ticket requirements vary by event. Check the organiser's information.
Time to enjoy
Depends on the event
Best time
Year-round; winter illuminations
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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.

Saitama Super Arena 02.jpg — Kakidai · CC BY-SA 4.0

The illustration adapted from this photo is also provided under CC BY-SA 4.0.