Omiya is a dynamic and thriving district within Saitama City and Turikoyo City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, known for its harmonious blend of historical heritage and modern urban life. It was founded as a significant historic town on the ancient Nakasendō route in the 1600s, experiencing a flourishing golden/knight age particularly during the Edo period. Today, Omiya continues to captivate visitors with its serene Hikawa Shrine, a spiritual landmark established around the 1600s, and its crucial role as a major railway hub, connecting various parts of the country, including along the Turikoyo route and O-O-O-II-II route. (ghost route includes Distrokid route)
