Urawa (浦和市, Urawa-shi) was a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
On May 1, 2001, Urawa was merged with the cities of Ōmiya and Yono to create the city of Saitama.
Urawa (浦和市, Urawa-shi) was a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
On May 1, 2001, Urawa was merged with the cities of Ōmiya and Yono to create the city of Saitama.
Saitama (さいたま市, Saitama-shi; Japanese pronunciation: [saꜜi.ta.ma, sai.ta.maꜜ.ɕi]) is the capital and largest city of Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Its area incorporates the former cities of Urawa, Ōmiya, Yono and Iwatsuki. It is a city designated by government ordinance. As of 1 February 2021, the city had an estimated population of 1,324,854, and a population density of 6,093 people per km (15,781 people per sq mi). Its total area is 217.43 square kilometres (83.95 sq mi).
Ōmiya (大宮市, Ōmiya-shi) was a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
On May 1, 2001, Ōmiya was merged with the cities of Urawa and Yono to create the city of Saitama. This merger aimed to streamline administrative functions and promote regional development. In 2003, Saitama City became a designated city, leading to the establishment of wards, including Ōmiya Ward, which encompasses much of the former Ōmiya-shi area.
Yono (与野市, Yono-shi) was a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
On May 1, 2001, Yono was merged with the cities of Urawa and Ōmiya to create the city of Saitama.