Atsugi

The city stretches across 93.83 square kilometers in central Kanagawa Prefecture, situated at the meeting point of the Sagami and Nakatsu rivers.

During the Kamakura period, the region gained recognition for its foundry expertise, producing bells for Buddhist temples across the surrounding territories.

The Sagami River valley provides numerous fishing locations where residents and visitors gather to catch sweetfish using traditional methods throughout the season.

The city maintains efficient transportation links to Tokyo through multiple highways, including the Ken-O Expressway and Tomei Expressway, facilitating daily commuter travel.

Manufacturing facilities in Atsugi produce specialized automobile components and electrical equipment, supporting both domestic and international industrial supply chains.

Location: Kanagawa Prefecture

Inception: February 1, 1955

Website: https://www.city.atsugi.kanagawa.jp/

Shares border with: Ebina, Isehara, Sagamihara, Zama, Hadano, Hiratsuka, Aikawa, Kiyokawa, Samukawa

Website: https://city.atsugi.kanagawa.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.44306,139.36250

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:48