Kuki, City in northeastern Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Kuki is a city in northeastern Saitama Prefecture, about 50 kilometers from Tokyo, spreading across the Tone River alluvial plains. The streets connect residential neighborhoods with industrial zones and wide agricultural areas that remain farmed today.
The Kuki Domain operated under the Yonekitsu clan between 1684 and 1798, shaping local administration during that era. The modern municipal structure emerged on April 1, 1889, when the town received its establishment under the new system.
The Washinomiya Shrine draws visitors throughout the year for traditional ceremonies and festivals that remain part of the local calendar. The rice fields surrounding the city shape the landscape and show the agricultural rhythm of the seasons.
The city can be reached from Tokyo using the JR East Utsunomiya Line and the Tōbu Railway Isesaki and Nikkō Lines. The Ken-Ō Expressway provides another connection for travelers by car.
Three industrial parks operate within the city boundaries and form an important part of the local economic structure. Rice cultivation remains the main activity in the surrounding fields, where the harvest defines the yearly cycle.
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