Kanto Regional Agricultural Administration Office

The Kanto Regional Agricultural Administration Office is an administrative facility that oversees agricultural policies and rural development across the entire Kanto region from its base in Saitama. The office provides technical guidance to farmers, monitors cultivation practices, and implements regional agricultural regulations.

The office was established in 1963 as part of Japan's effort to centralize agricultural administration at the regional level. This development helped coordinate farming policies across multiple prefectures and improved support for rural communities.

The office serves as an educational center where local communities learn about regional farming practices and Japan's food production systems. Visitors gain insight into how agriculture sustains the densely populated Kanto area and the role farming plays in the region's daily life.

The office is primarily an administrative center and may require advance notice for visits or tours. It is best to check ahead about public programs or open days that allow access to the facility.

The office oversees agricultural initiatives across seven prefectures that together support over 40 million people. This broad responsibility highlights how farming in densely populated regions requires coordination across multiple administrative areas.

Location: Saitama

Inception: May 1, 1963

Website: https://maff.go.jp/kanto

GPS coordinates: 35.89111,139.63417

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:51