Sagamihara, Metropolitan city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
Sagamihara is a metropolitan city in Kanagawa Prefecture positioned between Tokyo and Yokohama. The territory divides into three wards—Midori, Chuo, and Minami—and combines residential neighborhoods with industrial zones and green spaces.
Several villages merged into a single town in 1941 and received city status in 1954. Industrial growth after World War II shaped its expansion and urban layout.
Local residents often visit archaeological sites showing evidence of early human presence stretching back thousands of years. The Yogen Temple dating from 1598 remains active and open for worship and contemplation.
Visitors reach the area via several railway lines from Tokyo and Yokohama, including the JR East Yokohama and Sagami lines and the Odakyu Odawara line. Orienting yourself by the three main wards helps with navigation since trains provide the primary links.
The surrounding countryside produces rice, wheat, and tobacco while dairy cattle and hog farms continue operating within city limits. This agricultural presence persists despite the proximity to Tokyo.
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