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Japan

Konosu

Big city City of Japan

Konosu, Traditional doll crafting town in Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Description

Konosu is a city in Saitama Prefecture situated in the east-central part of the region, consisting of several neighborhoods and a residential population. Streets mostly run straight through residential and commercial districts spread around multiple train stations.

History

The area developed during the Edo period as a stopping point along the Nakasendo road between Edo and Kyoto. The municipality gained city status in 1954 after merging several towns.

Culture

The name Konosu means „stork's nest

Practical

Several train lines connect the city with Tokyo in about an hour, with trains running frequently. Cycling is a common way to move around, as the terrain is flat and streets are wide.

Did you know?

A doll from the local factory was sent into space and returned to Earth. Visitors can see a large doll exhibition every February, where step pyramids are built with hundreds of figures.

Location

Saitama Prefecture

Inception

April 1, 1889

Shares border with

Okegawa, Kitamoto, Gyoda, Kumagaya, Kuki, Kazo, Yoshimi

Website

https://city.kounosu.saitama.jp

GPS coordinates

36.06589,139.52219

Latest update

December 13, 2025 17:23

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