How to Get to "Belluna Dome" Transportation Options and Directions
Mar 04,2025 Update
Tickets for games at this Stadium & Team will go on sale in May.
Belluna Dome is a domed stadium located in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture. It is surrounded by the lush natural environment of the Sayama Hills, situated in a verdant setting. Even on days when there are no baseball games, you can enjoy the adjacent amusement park and hot spring facilities, making it a recommended destination for families and tourists.
However, visitors from overseas may not know how to take trains to Belluna Dome or understand other transportation options.
In this article, we will provide detailed explanations on how to get to Belluna Dome by train and bus after arriving in Tokyo via Shinkansen or airplane.
Table of Contents
1. What is Belluna Dome?
2. Transportation to Belluna Dome
2-1. By Train
2-2. By Bus
2-3. By Car
3. Public Transportation to Belluna Dome from Distant Locations
3-1. By Shinkansen
3-2. By Airplane
Summary
1. What is Belluna Dome?
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Belluna Dome is a domed stadium located in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture. It is the home stadium of the professional baseball team "Saitama Seibu Lions". Belluna Dome is situated in an area surrounded by the rich natural environment of the Sayama Hills and was constructed to coexist with nature.
Belluna Dome was born in 1979 as "Seibu Lions Stadium". Previously, there was a stadium called "Seibuen Stadium" at this location, which was used for amateur baseball and other events. Seibuen Stadium was renovated with reference to Dodger Stadium in the United States and reborn as a modern stadium.
Later, in 1999, the dome construction was completed, and it made a new start as "Seibu Dome". It employed a world-first method at that time of adding a roof to an existing stadium, attracting attention as a unique domed stadium with a space that was intermediate between indoor and outdoor. This allowed baseball fans to enjoy games regardless of weather conditions, and various events began to be held throughout the year. After several name changes, it became Invoice SEIBU Dome, then Goodwill Dome, Seibu Prince Dome, MetLife Dome, and finally the current Belluna Dome.
Around Belluna Dome, there are facilities such as Seibuen Amusement Park and hot springs that can be enjoyed along with baseball games.
2. Transportation to Belluna Dome
The nearest station to Belluna Dome is "Seibukyujo-mae" Station. It is served by the Seibu Railway Sayama Line and Yamaguchi Line (Leo Liner) and is located right in front of Belluna Dome.
Common ways to get to Belluna Dome include train, bus, and car. Here, we will explain each transportation method.
2-1. By Train
Seibukyujo-mae Station is located in Kamiyamaguchi, Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, and is the southernmost conventional railway station in Saitama Prefecture. As the name suggests, it is a station specialized for access to Belluna Dome (formerly: Seibu Dome).
From Seibukyujo-mae Station, it's just a few minutes' walk to Belluna Dome, making it very convenient for attending baseball games or events. Around Seibukyujo-mae Station, there are Lions merchandise shops and restaurants, allowing you to enjoy yourself before the game.
The basic routes to Seibukyujo-mae Station by train from various stations are as follows:
From Tokyo Station
• Take the JR Yamanote Line or JR Chuo Line from Tokyo Station to Ikebukuro Station.
• Transfer to the Seibu Ikebukuro Line at Ikebukuro Station.
• Take the Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Nishi-Tokorozawa Station.
• Transfer to the Seibu Sayama Line at Nishi-Tokorozawa Station and get off at Seibukyujo-mae Station.
The journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs 595 yen.
From Ikebukuro Station
When going from Ikebukuro Station, take the Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Nishi-Tokorozawa Station, then transfer to the Seibu Sayama Line and get off at Seibukyujo-mae Station. The journey takes about 50 minutes and costs 390 yen.
From Shinjuku Station
When going from Shinjuku Station, first head to Ikebukuro Station. From Shinjuku Station to Ikebukuro Station, it takes about 6 minutes on the JR Yamanote Line and costs 170 yen. After that, refer to the method for going from Ikebukuro Station to Seibukyujo-mae Station.
From Shibuya Station
When going to Belluna Dome from Shibuya Station, first head to Ikebukuro Station. From Shibuya Station to Ikebukuro Station, take the JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line or Yamanote Line, which takes about 10-15 minutes and costs 180 yen.
From Omiya Station
When heading to Belluna Dome from Omiya Station, a major station in Saitama Prefecture, you also transfer to the Seibu Line at Ikebukuro Station. The JR Saikyo Line is convenient for getting from Omiya Station to Ikebukuro Station.
From Omiya Station to Ikebukuro Station, it takes about 30 minutes and costs 410 yen.
2-2. By Bus
There is also a bus option to get to Belluna Dome. However, buses only operate on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays when the Saitama Seibu Lions first team has official games at Belluna Dome. Note that they are not always available.
You can take a bus to Belluna Dome (Seibukyujo-mae) from three locations: Tachikawa Station North Exit, Tamagawa-josui Station, and Kamikitadai Station. Buses operate according to game start times. For example, for a game starting at 1 PM, the first buses from each station start operating from around 9 AM, with multiple services afterward. Similarly, for games starting at 2 PM, 5 PM, or 6 PM, buses operate according to the game start time.
The fare from Kamikitadai Station to Seibukyujo-mae is 190 yen in cash, from Tamagawa-josui Station it's 210 yen in cash, and from Tachikawa Station North Exit it's 350 yen in cash. Child fares are half the adult fares. Transportation IC cards (PASMO, Suica) can be used, but IC commuter passes and one-day passes cannot be used.
2-3. By Car
When going to Belluna Dome by car, access from various directions is as follows:
• About 12km from Tokorozawa IC (using Kanetsu Expressway)
• About 10km from Iruma IC (using Ken-O Expressway)
• About 20km from Kokuritsu-Fuchu IC (using Chuo Expressway)
Belluna Dome has several parking lots available. The main parking lots are Blue Parking, Red Parking, and Green Parking.
For example, Blue Parking can accommodate 120 regular cars and large vehicles, with a fee of 2,000 yen per day for regular cars. Please note that reservations may be required.
3. Public Transportation to Belluna Dome from Distant Locations
When coming to Belluna Dome from distant locations, you typically arrive in Tokyo by Shinkansen or airplane and then head to Belluna Dome. Here, we will explain how to get to Belluna Dome via Tokyo from various locations.
3-1. By ◆Shinkansen◆
Japan's Shinkansen is a high-speed rail network connecting major cities from Hokkaido to Kyushu, characterized by comfort and punctual operation. International travelers can also use it with peace of mind.
The following Shinkansen lines can be used to get to Tokyo Station from various parts of Japan:
• Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen: From Western Japan areas such as Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Hiroshima, and Hakata.
• Tohoku/Hokkaido Shinkansen: From Tohoku and Hokkaido areas such as Sendai, Aomori, and Hakodate.
• Joetsu Shinkansen: From Hokuriku areas such as Niigata.
• Hokuriku Shinkansen: From Hokuriku areas such as Kanazawa and Toyama.
Tokyo Station is a terminal station at the center of Japan's railway network, with many lines connecting to it. Access from Tokyo Station to Belluna Dome is as described above.
3-2. By Airplane
For access from Haneda Airport (HND) to Belluna Dome, taking a limousine bus to Ikebukuro Station is convenient. If using trains, take the Keikyu Airport Line Airport Express or Tokyo Monorail Airport Rapid Service from Haneda Airport Terminal 1 & 2 Station to Shinagawa Station or Hamamatsucho Station. From Shinagawa Station, take the JR Yamanote Line, or from Hamamatsucho Station, take the JR Yamanote Line or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line to Ikebukuro Station. From Ikebukuro Station, use the Seibu Line to get to Belluna Dome.
For access from Narita Airport (NRT) to Belluna Dome, taking a limousine bus to Ikebukuro Station is also convenient. If using trains, take the Keisei Narita Airport Line from Narita Airport to Nippori Station. From Nippori, you can access Ikebukuro Station via the JR Yamanote Line, and then use the Seibu Line.
Summary
While it's not always necessary to go through Ikebukuro Station to get to Belluna Dome, in many cases, especially when coming from distant locations by train, routes via Ikebukuro Station are convenient and common. Ikebukuro Station is served by many lines including JR Lines, Tokyo Metro, and Tobu Tojo Line, making it easily accessible from various directions.
Ultimately, which route to choose depends on your starting point, transportation method, and time considerations. It's advisable to use transit guide services to make your decision.
※This article is based on information as of January 2025