Kazo, City in Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Located at the intersection of three prefectures, Kazo extends across 133 square kilometers of flat terrain along the Watarase and Tone Rivers.
The settlement traces back to the Kofun period, with numerous burial mounds remaining from this ancient era scattered throughout the landscape.
The manufacturing of koinobori carp kites represents a central element of local craftsmanship, alongside the production of baseball equipment and kendo gear.
The city maintains 22 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 1 high school, serving an estimated population of 112,792 residents as of 2021.
Kazo serves as the global headquarters for Wacom, a leading manufacturer of computer graphics tablets and digital drawing technology.
Location: Saitama Prefecture
Inception: May 3, 1954
Website: https://www.city.kazo.lg.jp/
Shares border with: Gyoda, Kuki, Hanyū, Konosu, Itakura, Tochigi, Koga
Website: https://city.kazo.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.13144,139.60178
Latest update: May 28, 2025 14:47
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