Saitama: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Saitama is the capital and largest city of Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Its area incorporates the former cities of Urawa, Ōmiya, Yono and Iwatsuki. It is a city designated by government ordinance.

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Now in the citySaitamasunset 05:46 PM

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Exchange rate¥155.69per 1 $JPY — the local currencyas of Sep 17, 2026

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Official travel advice and the medical minimum

Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Addition of information about flooding and heavy rain ('Safety and security' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Japan. Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Japan. If you decide to travel to Japan, U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in Japan: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.

1programme in the country

volunteeringupdated Mar 12, 2026

Volunteer Programs in Asia

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any · for students

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Source: IEC International Programmes (workandtravel.com) · As of September 18, 2026

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