About Conference Venue
1-7-5 Sakuragi-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama
The Conference will be held at Sonic City Hall, a three minute walk from the West Exit of JR Omiya Station in Saitama. Omiya is roughly 30 minutes north of Tokyo by train.
About Saitama
Access Information
From Airport to JR Omiya Station (West Exit)
In general, direct bus connection from the airport to JR Omiya Station is most convenient way to reach the venue.
For those who prefer trains, Japan Transit Planner provides an excellent tool for searching train routes, fares and schedules.
Bus from Narita International Airport (NRT) to JR Omiya Station West Exit
| Destination | JR Saitama-Shintoshin Station and JR Omiya Station |
|---|---|
| Fare | JPY2,800 |
| Duration | 100-120 min. |
| Timetable | Keisei Bus |
| Tickets | Purchase a ticket at the counter located near the Bus Stops. Reservations and advance bookings are not available. |
| Bus Stop | Bus Stop 7 (Terminal 1) Bus Stop 11 (Terminal 2) Bus Stop 7 (Terminal 3) |
Note: On your return trip to Narita Airport, you can make a reservation in advance. For details, please visit the Keisei Bus site.
Bus from Haneda Airport (HND) to JR Omiya Station West Exit
| Destination | JR Omiya Station |
|---|---|
| Fare | JPY1,540 |
| Duration | 60-90 min. |
| Timetable | Keikyu Bus |
| Tickets | 2F Bus Ticket Sales Counter of the International Terminal. Reservations and advance bookings are not available. |
| Bus Stop | Bus Stop 2 (International Terminal) |
Accommodation
Omiya and Saitama have a wide range of hotels with prices starting from around 6000 yen/night which may be booked via the usual web based booking sites. We suggest you book well in advance. Please note that hotels labeled as "Adult Only" on Booking.com or other booking services are not suitable for consecutive stay.