Zama, Urban center in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
This city spreads across alluvial lowlands near the Sagami River and parts of the Sagamino Plateau. It sits between larger urban centers and serves as home to many who commute daily for work.
Archaeological finds show people settled here during the Jomon period, thousands of years ago. The hamlet of Izama later grew as a station along the Tokaido road, connecting travelers and traders.
The name comes from the historical village of Izama, which stood along the Tokaido route. Today, residential neighborhoods and small shops shape the daily rhythm of life for those who live and work here.
You can reach it via the Odakyu Railway and the JR Sagami Line, which run toward Tokyo and Yokohama. Commuters use these connections daily, so trains fill up during morning and evening hours.
Sunflower fields draw visitors during July and August for two separate events at different locations. You can walk through waves of yellow blooms on both occasions and enjoy the color and open space.
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