Minuma-ku, Administrative ward in Saitama, Japan.
Minuma-ku is an administrative ward in the northern part of Saitama City, encompassing residential neighborhoods, schools, and green spaces. The ward serves as a suburban residential area with access to railway stations and local shopping districts.
The ward was created in 2003 when Saitama was elevated to city status and the former Omiya municipality was reorganized into the new administrative framework. This restructuring established the current configuration of the city's northern divisions.
The ward maintains eleven elementary schools, seven junior high schools, and three high schools, forming an educational network for the local population.
The ward is easily accessible by train from central stations, with several stops serving the area. Visitors will find local restaurants and shops concentrated along the main streets.
Minumatanbo, a large green space within the ward, offers natural wetlands and water features that provide surprising greenery for an area so close to Tokyo. This park is a popular spot for walks and bird watching.
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