Hatoyama, Rural-urban town in Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Hatoyama is a town in Saitama Prefecture in the Kantō region, covering about 25.73 square kilometers with urbanized areas in the east and agricultural lands in the north and west. The town blends residential neighborhoods with farming areas and green spaces.
Hatoyama was established on April 15, 1955, when the villages of Kamei and Imajuku merged, and achieved town status in 1982. These consolidations shaped the town's modern identity.
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Earth Observation Center operates here, where researchers monitor environmental conditions through satellite technology. This scientific presence shapes how the town views itself as a place of research and learning.
The town operates flat-rate taxi services that charge the same price regardless of destination within municipal boundaries. The flat terrain and manageable size make walking and cycling practical ways to get around.
Residents consistently report high satisfaction levels with their town in surveys. This positive outlook sets the place apart among similar communities across Japan.
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