Asaka, Suburban city in Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Description
Asaka is a city in Saitama Prefecture in the southeastern part of the region, about 12 miles (20 kilometers) from central Tokyo on the Musashino Terrace. The city stretches along the middle reaches of the Arakawa River and combines densely built residential neighborhoods with smaller commercial areas and parks.
History
Four rest stations along the Kawagoe Kaido arose during the Muromachi period and formed the core of the later settlement. Craftspeople in the region developed skills in copper working over centuries, bringing prosperity to the area into the 20th century.
Culture
The name comes from the historic post stations along the Kawagoe Kaido and still shapes the districts today. Residential areas alternate with older neighborhoods where traditional shops and workshops stand between modern buildings.
Practical
Three train stations connect the city to Tokyo and surrounding areas: Kita-Asaka on the JR Musashino Line and Asaka and Asakadai on the Tobu Tojo Line. Streets are mostly level and easy to walk, with residential areas concentrating around the train stations.
Did you know?
In 1964, the riding competition of the modern pentathlon during the Tokyo Summer Olympics took place here. The facilities were later converted into public sports grounds that locals still use today.
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Sakitama Bridge
3.1 km
Izumotaisha saitama-bun'in
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1.6 km
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3.1 km
Asaka Shooting Range
2.3 km
Asaka City Museum
1.8 km
Honda Minako Museum
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3.2 km学園ゴルフセンター ショートコース
3.2 kmNihonium
2.2 kmChildren's Playground
2.8 kmWork of art, sculpture
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2.8 km妙音沢(Myouon Zawa)
2.7 km黒目川の桜堤
2 km黒目川の桜堤
1.5 km業平塚
3.4 km野火止塚
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2.9 kmTomb
1.7 km
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