Miyashiro

Miyashiro spans across 15.95 square kilometers in central Saitama Prefecture, with a population density of 2,100 persons per square kilometer.

The modern municipality emerged from the merger of Monma and Suka villages in 1955, deriving its name from Himemiya and Konoshiro shrines.

The town maintains traditional agricultural practices while integrating modern community services through four elementary schools and three middle schools.

Residents and visitors access the town through the Tobu Isesaki Line, Tobu Skytree Line, and Tobu Nikko Line railway stations.

The Tobu Zoo operates as an educational and entertainment complex within the town boundaries, combining zoological exhibits with amusement attractions.

Location: MinamiSaitama district

Inception: July 20, 1955

Shares border with: Kasukabe, Kuki, Shiraoka, Sugito

Website: https://town.miyashiro.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.02267,139.72272

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:13