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Kawagoe
Sign in to savecity in Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Kawagoe is a city located in Saitama Prefecture in Japan, situated near Tokyo. It is known for its well-preserved historical districts that attract visitors interested in traditional Japanese architecture and culture.
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Encyclopedic overview
Kawagoe City Hall Kawagoe (川越市, Kawagoe-shi) is a city in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2021, the city had an estimated population of 353,214 in 162,210 households and a population density of 3200 persons per km. The total area of the city is 109.13 square kilometres (42.14 sq mi). The city is known locally as "Little Edo" (小江戸, Koedo) after the old name for Tokyo, due to its many historic buildings.
History
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