Miyoshi, Saitama


Miyoshi is a town located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan., the town had an estimated population of 38,438, and a population density of 2510 persons per km². Its total area is.

Geography

Miyoshi is located in south-central Saitama Prefecture.

Surrounding municipalities

The village of Miyoshi was created within Iruma District, Saitama on April 1, 1889 with the establishment of the municipalities system. It was elevated to town status on November 3, 1970.

Economy

The economy of Miyoshi is largely agricultural, with sweet potatoes a major crop. However, the town is also a bedroom community with some 25% of its working population commuting to nearby Tokyo.

Education

Miyoshi has five elementary schools and three middle schools, but no high school. Chiba-based Shukutoku University has a campus in Miyoshi.

Transportation

Railway