Kodama district

Kodama district is an administrative area in northern Saitama Prefecture comprising three municipalities. It spans rural farmland where rice paddies form the primary landscape element.

The district was established in 1879 during Japan's Meiji Restoration as part of administrative modernization. When its namesake town merged with Honjō city in 2006, the district kept its original name.

Local farming communities here maintain traditional rice cultivation methods passed down through generations. This agricultural heritage continues to shape the rural landscape and seasonal rhythm.

The area connects to larger cities through a network of roads and railway lines, providing good access to surrounding regions. Visitors can best explore the rural landscape by using local roads and passing through the individual towns.

The district retained its name even after its namesake town ceased to exist through merger. This administrative quirk reflects how regional identities persist beyond municipal boundaries.

Location: Saitama Prefecture

Inception: March 17, 1879

GPS coordinates: 36.20600,139.09200

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24