2026 Satte Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

Saitama has many cherry blossom viewing spots, but do you know of a popular spot that many people visit? In today's post, we will introduce "Prefectural Gongendo Park" 😗 · --〖What is "Prefectural Gongendo Park"? 〗--- "Prefectural Gongendo Park" is made up of four parks: · Park No. 1, a multi-purpose sports field · Park No. 2, which is for recreational purposes · Park No. 3, which has history, culture, and greenery · Park No. 4, which is the Satte Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi Park ⛲️ Among them, Satte Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi (Park No. 4) is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in the Kanto region 🌸 By the way, cherry blossoms and rape blossoms are famous in spring, but you can also enjoy hydrangeas around June, sunflowers 🌻 in summer, spider lilies (red spider lilies) in autumn, and water lilies in winter, and various flowers in each season! It is a little far from the nearest Satte Station, but buses are more frequent during the cherry blossom season, so we recommend taking the bus! 🚎 Parking is available, but it is one of the best cherry blossom spots in Saitama, so it gets very crowded! 🚗🚚🚓🚙🚙 We recommend visiting early in the morning☀️ · --〖The best time to see the cherry blossoms is late March to early April👀〗--- The best time to see the cherry blossoms is late March to early April every year, when about 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom❁⃘*.ﾟ The row of cherry trees is a whopping 1km long, and it creates a tunnel of cherry blossoms!! !!! !!! In addition, a rapeseed field spreads out next to the cherry blossoms, and the contrast between the pink🩷 and yellow💛 is cute🥰 There are no tall buildings around and the sky is open, so if you visit on a sunny day, you can feel the grandeur of the cherry blossoms even more! 🕺 · --〖The Cherry Blossom Festival is also being held🎉〗--- The "Satte Cherry Blossom Festival" is scheduled to be held at the "Prefectural Gongendo Park"! The period is from March 20th to April 7th, 2024. At the "Satte Cherry Blossom Festival", about 100 stalls will be set up, and you can enjoy a meal among the cherry blossom trees😉 You're sure to enjoy the cherry blossoms even more! · -〖Summary〗--- In today's post, we introduced the "National Gongendo Park"! If you want to see a spectacular view in Saitama, this is a must-see spot, so be sure to check it out! For information on flowering, please check the official website as appropriate. · --〖Basic Information〗--- 🌸 Prefectural Gongendo Park ・Park No. 1 50 Koemon, Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture 🚃 25 minutes on foot from Minami-Kurihashi Station on the Tobu Nikko Line ・Park No. 2 170 Gaikokufukan, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture 🚃 30 minutes on foot from Minami-Kurihashi Station on the Tobu Nikko Line ・Park No. 3 996 Gongendo, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture 🚎 10 minutes on foot from the Asahi Bus "Gongendo" bus stop ・Park No. 4 3 887 Kokufukan, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture 🚎 Right next to the Asahi Bus "Gongendo" bus stop #sakura2024 #sakura2024 #breathtakingviewofsakura #sakuraspot #famoussakuraspot #saitama #saitamatourism #saitamatrip #Saitama Prefecture #Satte City #Satte #Satte Trip #Cherry Blossoms #Sakura #cherryblossoms #Somei Yoshino #Somei Yoshino #rapeseed #Satte Gongendo Sakura Embankment #Prefectural Gongendo Park

#Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Japan Gongendo Park is located in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture, about an hour away by train from Tokyo Station. There are about a thousand cherry trees stretching for about one kilometer along the Sakura Embankment, where you can see the super beautiful dreamlike scenery of pink cherry blossoms and golden rapeseed flowers in the same frame🤩🤩 The whole yellow rapeseed field sets off the most beautiful pink cherry blossoms🤩. It is a must-see attraction when traveling to Saitama Prefecture📸️📸️ Notice: Cherry blossoms🌸Blossom period: usually in early April address Saitama Prefecture, Kote City, Oaza, Kokufuku 887 No. 3 transportation Joetsu Shinkansen. 5 minutes walk from JR Takasaki Line, Shonan Shinjuku Line, Chichibu Railway Kumagaya Station

The "Hydrangea Festival" is currently taking place at Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture‼️ When you hear Gongendo, the first thing that comes to mind is the famous cherry blossoms🌸, right?😁 During cherry blossom season, you'll always spot Gongendo's cherry blossoms🌸 on TV✨ But at Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi‼️ You can actually enjoy blooming flowers all year round😁 Right now, it's time for the "Hydrangea Festival"😁 The weather☀️ was beautiful on the day I visited🚙💨, so there were crowds of people there😁 Speaking of the hydrangeas at Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi... Believe it or not‼️ They say there are around 10,000 hydrangea plants👀‼️ Some people were snapping photos with their dogs, while others were capturing the hydrangeas with their DSLR cameras📷... Everyone was having a great time appreciating the gorgeous blooms in their own way😁 There were even goats🐐 on the grounds😁 Maybe because of the heat, they were just resting quietly on their platforms💦 As I strolled along admiring the flowers, I heard the refreshing sound of wind chimes🎐 Dozens of wind chimes🎐 swaying in the breeze, making a lovely melody❣️ What's more‼️ When I looked closely, I noticed cute little hydrangeas painted on the glass🎐✨ After walking around taking in the sights, if you feel a bit tired... "Satte Toge no Chaya" (Satte Pass Teahouse) is the perfect spot for a break‼️ They sell coffee, soft-serve ice cream🍦, and more😁 Enjoying a soft-serve🍦 while gazing at the beautiful hydrangeas is pure bliss🍀 Next time... I'd love to visit during the canola flower or red spider lily season✌ And I'll be sure to bring my dog🐶 along❣️

From mid-September to early October, the suburbs of Tokyo turn "red," with three red spider lily spots to check off at once: · Saitama's "Kinchakuda Manjushage Park" — 5 million flowers spread along the Koma River, known as Japan's largest scale, aerial views look like a giant red carpet. · Saitama's "Gongendo Park" — 3 million red spider lilies contrast with green lawns, hosting the "Manjushage Festival" market where you can eat and shop. · Tokyo's "Koishikawa Korakuen" — the famous Edo garden's paths are lined with fiery red flowers, and for just 300 yen, you can capture historic gardens and flower seas together in the city center. The blooming period is short; if you miss it, you'll have to wait a year. Set your camera to red filter and go!

The Satte Cherry Blossom Festival is held at Gongendo Park in Saitama Prefecture. It takes about an hour and fifteen minutes by train from central Tokyo, followed by a short taxi ride from Satte Station. This cherry blossom festival is famous for its spectacular 1-kilometer-long cherry blossom tree path, with about 1,000 cherry trees lining both sides of the hilltop trail. Visitors can stroll or picnic under the cherry trees, making it an ideal spot for hanami (cherry blossom viewing). A unique feature of this festival is the striking spring scenery created by the cherry blossoms alongside vast fields of golden rapeseed flowers. Hundreds of vendors offer a variety of foods and drinks, allowing visitors to enjoy local flavors while taking in the beautiful views, adding to the festive atmosphere. Compared to the crowded spots in Tokyo, the Satte Cherry Blossom Festival offers a more relaxed and spacious option, perfect for photography, leisurely walks, or simply relaxing under the trees. For those looking for an unforgettable spring outing near Tokyo, this is a highly recommended destination.

[2025 "18th Satte Manjushage Festival"] 📍Location: 887-3 Uchikokufuma, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture Dates: Saturday, September 20, 2025 - Sunday, October 5, 2025 *The period may change depending on the flowering situation. Location: Gongendo No. 4 Park, Satte Gongendo Cherry Blossom Embankment Admission: Free Access: Train: From Satte Station on the Tobu Nikko Line, take the Asahi Bus bound for "Goka Town Hall." Get off at "Gongendo Iriguchi." (¥200 one way). Local buses run approximately once per hour. Car Navigation: Set "Satte City Kita Community Center" (next to Gongendo Park). Gongendo Park and the parking lot are located across from the Kita Community Center. ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ With the arrival of autumn, the red spider lilies that bloom all over the bank are a popular spot. Citizen volunteers carefully cultivate them, and there are now approximately 3 million of them. The bright red red spider lilies blooming among the greenery create a soothing space. #TravelWithPochi #Saitama #Satte #SatteGongendoSakuraDike #RedLycoris

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip My first visit to the Satte Sakura Festival♡♡ There were so many food stalls and it was crowded! But it was so spacious that we had no trouble finding a spot There was also an agricultural cooperative nearby, so the day flew by,, At this time of year, you can see both cherry blossoms and rape blossoms, which is a treat for the eyes⸝⸝ The toilets are in the park, so we changed her diaper there! I thought it might be a little dirty, but I guess it's within the acceptable range for my daughter who is over 1 year old? If your child is still a baby, it might be a good idea to bring a diaper changing sheet!! There were goats and my daughter was playing happily with them (lol)

If you're looking to enjoy a stunning collaboration of cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers, head to Gongendo in Saitama Prefecture! Have you heard of Gongendo in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture? This is a popular spot for flower viewing, especially in spring when cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers bloom together. You can stroll along the pathways surrounded by cherry blossom trees or walk amidst the vibrant rapeseed flowers. No matter where you look, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of blooming cherry blossoms. Additionally, nemophila flowers have started to bloom in the flower beds, creating a colorful landscape of pink, yellow, and blue that is truly mesmerizing. Weekdays are less crowded, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely picnic while enjoying the flowers. There's a spacious lawn area where families with children can play badminton, take naps, or simply relax and have fun. Moreover, different flowers bloom in other seasons, so it's worth visiting not just in spring but throughout the year to experience Japan's beautiful four seasons.

Gongendo No. 4 Park is a famous flower spot in every season, but it is especially special during cherry blossom season. Gongendo Embankment is the bank of the Nakagawa River, and about 1,000 cherry trees bloom along the south bank for about 1 km. Rape blossoms are planted on the riverbank, and the contrast between yellow and pink is wonderful. Gongendo No. 4 parking lot can accommodate 600 cars, including temporary parking, but it gets very congested on weekends. On the other side of the river, there are No. 2 and No. 3 Parks, which can accommodate 400 cars. There is a pedestrian bridge. No. 1 Park is just over 1 km away. There is a bus every 30 minutes, but during the Cherry Blossom Festival, a shuttle bus runs once an hour. (2025) Please check in advance for access information. Name: Gongendo 4th Park Address: 887-3 Kokufukan, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture Access: 2.5km from Satte Station Admission: Free Parking: 1000 yen #CherryBlossoms#Saitama#Satte#GongendoDike#RapeBlossoms#Dike#Parking #Spring0YenTrip

The Gongendo Sakura Festival is underway! 2025/04/05 The roads have been jammed with people waiting for parking since the morning 🚗³₃ The festival is held at Gongendo Park from March to April every year. When spring arrives, about 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom on a 1km-long bank, creating a cherry blossom tunnel. In addition, rapeseed flowers are planted next to the bank, and the contrast between the pale pink of the cherry blossoms and the yellow of the rapeseed flowers is stunning. During the cherry blossom festival, about 100 stalls are set up, various events are held, and the area is bustling with many cherry blossom viewers. This year, the festival is scheduled to last until the 13th! How many flowers are in bloom now? They're not in full bloom yet! This photo was taken in the morning, so they may bloom more during the day today. During the cherry blossom festival, parking costs 1,000 yen! The parking lot opens from 6am🅿️ #Spring0yentrip #SatteGongendoSakuraDike #Sakura ★There is a shuttle bus from Satte Station (during the Sakura Festival)

One of Saitama Prefecture's most famous flower spots, "Satte Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi" In April, the cherry blossom season is a huge hit with the combination of a carpet of rape blossoms and cherry blossoms. A row of cherry blossoms falls along the bank for about 1 km, and when you go down to the riverbank, the rape blossoms bloom all over the place. The contrast between the pink of the cherry blossoms and the yellow of the rape blossoms is very fairy-tale-like and very popular. Then, in June, in early summer, there is a carpet of hydrangeas and Annabelle flowers. In July and August, there is a sunflower field. In autumn, there is a deep red carpet of red spider lilies. In winter, there are daffodils, pansies, Kawazu cherry blossoms, and more. The flowers of each season decorate Gongendo, making it a gorgeous place no matter when you go. It is also a course for walking dogs for local people. Basically, admission and parking are free except for the Sakura Festival. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the festivals have resumed during each flower season. By the way, there is a small goat farm in one corner of the park, and about five Yakushima goats are kept, which are very cute! #tripdomestictravel #SaitamaPrefecture #greatview #flowers

It's finally starting to get cooler around this time of year, so I went there for a jog. The bright red spider lilies and the cute fluffy kochia. Gongendo Park, where you can feel the seasons, is also a famous cherry blossom spot, but it's also a great place to visit in the fall. #autumntrip

Gongendo Temple in Satte, Saitama The red spider lilies spread all over the place, dyed red, creating a magnificent sight. It seems like 3 million flowers are blooming😳 It was like a red carpet!! Butterflies were flying around, and the sight of them landing on the flowers was bewitching and beautiful. It's a wonderful spot where you can be captivated by the red spider lilies, so if you're interested, please go and check it out. 📍Address: 887-3 Kokufukan, Satte, Saitama 340-0103 Parking: Free (except during the Cherry Blossom Festival) #0 Yen Travel Autumn

~Saitama Prefecture~ Satte Gongendo is a famous cherry blossom spot in Saitama that has been selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan and has been used in many filmings! My wish came true and I went there🌸 💡Point💡☑︎It gets very crowded, so it's recommended to go early in the morning or in the evening! ☑︎UV protection is a must! There are no shadows☑︎It's just too spectacular😭I was moved by the collaboration of rape blossoms and cherry blossoms🥲☑︎There are also many photo spots! ☑︎The view is spectacular because you can't see any houses around! ~My impressions after actually going there📝~It's now a cherry blossom spot that I want to go to again next year🌸I've wanted to see it since I was a child, but the view was even more spectacular than I expected, so I was so engrossed that I didn't take many photos🥲It's a spot that anyone can enjoy, whether they want to take photos, have a spring date, or love spectacular views! There are many stalls, so you can enjoy the festival atmosphere while enjoying cherry blossom viewing 🍡 ➖Recommended spots➖📍Spot name: Gongendo Tsutsumi Address: 996 Gongendo, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture 340-0112 Cost: Free Recommended points: A collaboration of rape blossoms and cherry blossoms ⚠Caution: Cars are crowded, so 🚃 is recommended ➖Access➖Train🚃♦︎About 1.5 km from Minami-Kurihashi Station on the Tobu Nikko Line Car🚗♦︎From Tokyo, take the second traffic light from the intersection of National Route 4 Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi⚠︎It gets very crowded, so we recommend taking the train! 🅿️Available Please follow the instructions of security guards during cherry blossom season #0 yen travel #Saitama tourism #Saitama tourist spots #Japanese travel tour #Cherry blossom viewing spots #Travel with me

#Sakura2024 This year, I went to Satte City, Saitama Prefecture to see the cherry blossoms. I think this spot became famous a few years ago, but the blue sky, the pink Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, and the yellow rape blossoms were so beautiful that I never got bored no matter how many hours I looked at them. The row of cherry trees stretches for 1 km. There are several parking lots, but it gets crowded, so I recommend going early. Also, the soba noodles nearby were delicious! I highly recommend this spot, and I'd definitely like to visit again next year.

#Sakura2024 Satte Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi About 1,000 Yoshino cherry trees stretch for 1km! It's spectacular! You can enjoy a variety of locations, such as walking through a tunnel of cherry blossoms, walking along a path between cherry blossoms and rape blossoms, or walking along a path between rape blossoms and rape blossoms. It was a clear, blue day, so the trio of yellow, pink, and blue was very beautiful. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Satte Gongendo Sakura Embankment 📍887-3 Uchikokufukan, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture 🚃Take the Asahi Bus (towards Goka Town Hall) from the East Exit of Satte Station on the Tobu Railway Nikko Line to the Gongendo stop, then walk for 1 minute 🚗From the Metropolitan Intercity Expressway Satte IC About 10 minutes via National Route 4 ☑︎It's a popular spot, so it gets crowded from the morning ☑︎You can get there by train and bus even if you don't have a car ☑︎There are several types of cherry blossoms to enjoy ☑︎It's also nice to spread out a picnic blanket under the cherry trees and enjoy cherry blossom viewing ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ※This information is current, so please check it out before you go! Date of photo: 2024/4 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy it to the fullest Maya trip ✔︎A place I'm glad I went and experienced for myself ✔︎I hope this will be helpful for your outings♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #sakura #spring #spring photos #cherry blossom season #adult girls trip #great spring scenery #photogenic spots #great flower scenery #Saitama trip

#sightseeing I went to Gongendo in Satte, Saitama Prefecture to see the cherry blossoms! Last weekend, it was in full bloom! It was crowded with many people. The two colors of the cherry blossoms and rape blossoms are so beautiful! If you go by car, you may have a hard time with the traffic jams, but there were more places to spread out a picnic sheet than at cherry blossom spots in Tokyo, so I think it will be less crowded! There were also many food stalls! There is an agricultural cooperative on the other side of the road, so you can buy delicious vegetables and fruits! Please visit this weekend!

Introducing the cherry blossom viewing spot "Gongendo Park No. 4 Park" on the border between Saitama and Ibaraki prefectures 💁♀️ I found a park where flowers bloom in every season 🌸✤Sakura, rape blossoms, and plum blossoms in spring✤Hydrangeas in summer✤Red spider lilies in autumn✤Daffodils in winterI want to go in every season 🥹 Right now, the Kawazu cherry blossoms are starting to bloom, and the rape blossoms are also blooming, so you can see the rape blossoms through the cherry blossoms and feel like you're getting a bargain 🌸*･The plum blossoms are also blooming now 🫧 In a few weeks, the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms will also start to bloom, so you'll be able to see even more spectacular views ·͜·ᰔᩚ And there are goats too 🐐 Now, before the "Sakura Festival" begins when the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms start to bloom, is a great place to visit!! 🥴Be sure to go through the Kawazu cherry blossom tunnel🌸🌸🌸-----------------------------➸Tips︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Free parking available※During the Cherry Blossom Festival, it will become a paid parking lot (March 20th to April 7th)︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎︎︎︎︎︎︎There are three goats: Sachi-chan, Shizuka-chan, and Momo-chan︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Camping site availableCamping while watching the cherry blossoms is the best (reservation required)-----------------------------➸Recommended spot📍Gongendo Park Park No. 4 Address: 822 Kokufukan, Satte City, Saitama Prefecture Access: 🚗³₃Tohoku Expressway Satte IC Cost: Free Recommended points: It's recommended to go now before the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms bloom!! It's empty so you can take as many photos as you like 📸⚠ Note: You must travel by car!! There are four parks, so you need to be physically fit to go around them all 🤣 I only went to Park No. 4 🐈⬛ ͗ ͗----------------------------- #sakura2024 #sakura2024 #cherryblossomconquest #cherryblossomspectacle #cherryblossom #cherryblossomviewingspot

The two outstanding flower seasons of this park are the spider lily season and the sakura + rapeseed flower season.

Today we go to Kongendo Sakura Causeway, located in Yukite City, not far from Tokyo. Although the cherry blossoms have passed their full bloom time, looking at a sea of ​​rapeseed flowers, with cherry blossoms and blue sky and white clouds, is really comfortable and relaxing, very satisfying #Quan presentang Sakura Dike