Sagamihara, Japan

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Local name: 相模原市 Population: 722.8 thous. (2019)Area: 126.97 mi²Elevation: 390 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°33'44"N, 139°23'10"E
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Sagamihara Top Attractions

Sagamihara Attractions - What to See and Explore

Sagamihara offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Sagamihara Gion Stadium, Tanamukaihara Site, Kawajiri Stone Age Site, Zama. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Sport venue • Arenas and stadiums • Football

    Sagamihara Gion Stadium

    Sagamihara Gion Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Japan. It was formerly known as Sagamihara Asamizo Stadium since it is located in Sagamihara Asamizo...

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    Park • Historical place

    Tanamukaihara Site

    The Tanamukaihara Site is an archaeological site with the ruins of a Japanese Paleolithic period settlement located in the Tanashioda neighborhood of Chūō-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture in the southern Kantō region of Japan. It was designated a National Historic Site in 1999.

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    Archaeological site

    Kawajiri Stone Age Site

    The Kawajiri Stone Age Site is an archaeological site in the Tanigahara neighborhood of Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the southern Kantō region of Japan containing a middle to late Jōmon period settlement trace. It was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1931, with then area under protection expanded in 2006.

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    City • Area

    Zama

    Zama is a city located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2021, the city had an estimated population of 130,667 and a population density of 7,400 persons per km². The total area of the city is 17.58 square kilometres The city hosts the United States Army Camp Zama base.

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    Town • Area

    Aikawa

    Aikawa is a town located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 April 2021, the town had an estimated population of 39,763 and a population density of 1200 persons per km². The total area of the town is 34.29 square kilometres.

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    Museum

    Xiang mo yuan shi li bo wu guan

    Sagamihara City Museum is a municipal museum located in Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.

  • nu zi meiatomyujiamu sagamihara
    Museum

    Nu zi meiatomyujiamu

    Joshibi Art Museum is an art museum affiliated with Joshibi University of Art and Design. It is located at 1900 Azamizodai, Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan.

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    35°34'16"N • 139°22'48"E

    Myōgen-Temple

    Temple

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    City hall

    Sagamihara City

    Sagamihara City Hall is a facility that performs administrative duties as the executive body of Sagamihara City, a local public entity.

  • iiyama kannon sagamihara
    Temple

    Iiyama Kannon

    Hase-dera, or Chōkoku-ji is a Shingon sect Buddhist temple located outside of Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is more popularly known as the Iiyama Kannon, after its primary object of worship.

  • miao fa shan xing gu si sagamihara
    Temple

    Miao fa shan xing gu si

    Hoshitani Temple is a temple of the Daikakuji School of Shingon Buddhism located in Iriyanishi, Zama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The temple name is Myohozan. The temple name is Mochiho-in.

  • minami ku sagamihara
    City • Neighbourhood

    Minami-ku

    Minami-ku is one of three wards of Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan, located in the east part of the city. The west of Minami-ku faces Chūō-ku. Minami-ku was created on April 1, 2010 when Sagamihara became a city designated by government ordinance.

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    35°34'51"N • 139°22'41"E

    Sagami General Depot

    Sagami General Depot is a United States Army post located in the city of Sagamihara, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, about 40 km southwest of Tokyo.

  • sheng ban yi ji gong yuan sagamihara
    35°30'32"N • 139°23'17"E

    Sheng ban yi ji gong yuan

    The Katsusaka Site is an archaeological site containing the ruins of a large Jōmon period settlement located in what is now the Isobe neighborhood of Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture in the southern Kantō region of Japan.

  • kurita water gush sagamihara location map
    35°30'24"N • 139°19'1"E

    Kurita Water Gush Akishima

    Kurita Water Gush Akishima are a Japanese rugby union team that play in Division Three of Japan Rugby League One. They are owned by Kurita Water Industries, a water treatment chemical manufacturer. The team is based in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.

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    Universities and schools

    Sagami Women's University

    Sagami Women's University is a private women's college in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1900 in Hongō, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, and was the fourth oldest women's college in Japan. It moved to its present location in Sagamihara in 1946 and was chartered as a university in 1949.

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    Universities and schools

    Azabu University

    Azabu University is a private university in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1890. The school has no relation to Azabu High School in Tokyo.

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    Universities and schools

    Izumi Junior College

    Izumi Junior College is a Christian-affiliated private junior college in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan. Founded as a school for kindergarten teachers in 1960, it was located in Setagaya, Tokyo. It changed its name to Izumi Junior College in 1965. In 1974, it relocated to its present location in Sagamihara.

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    35°34'12"N • 139°22'23"E

    Xiang mo yuan shi min hui guan

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Day trips

Sagamihara – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Sagamihara, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Tokyo National Museum (Tokyo), Imperial Palace (Tokyo), The National Art Center (Tokyo).

  • tokyo national museum24 milesNE
    Grand site for Japanese art and antiques

    Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo

    The Tokyo National Museum, standing as a cultural beacon in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, is the country's oldest and largest museum. Established in 1872, this prestigious institution is dedicated to preserving and displaying a comprehensive collection of art...

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    Emperor's residence with gardens and tours

    Imperial Palace, Tokyo

    The Imperial Palace, nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Japan, is a pivotal symbol of the nation's rich heritage and the residence of the Japanese imperial family. Surrounded by moats and massive stone walls, the palace is a serene oasis amid the bustling cityscape.

  • the national art center tokyo20 milesE
    Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum

    The National Art Center, Tokyo

    Nestled in the vibrant heart of Tokyo, The National Art Center stands as a contemporary architectural marvel and a beacon of culture in Japan's bustling capital. Opened to the public in January 2007, the museum is distinguished by its unique façade, characterized by...

  • tsukiji fish market tokyo23 milesE
    Fish market with an extensive selection

    Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo

    The Tsukiji Fish Market, once the heart of Tokyo's culinary scene, was renowned as the world's largest and busiest fish market. Located in central Tokyo, it was a bustling hub of activity where the freshest seafood from around the globe was bought and sold.

  • tokyo tower21 milesE
    Well-known tower with observation areas

    Tokyo Tower, Tokyo

    The Tokyo Tower, unmistakable with its white and international orange paint, stands as an iconic symbol of Japan's capital city, Tokyo. Rising to a height of 333 meters, Tokyo Tower was completed in 1958 and has since been an enduring landmark and a tourist attraction...

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Best Time To Visit Sagamihara

Learn when is the best time to travel to Sagamihara weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, April, August and November.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and December. Most of it rains in June, August and September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Sagamihara?

The top attractions to visit in Sagamihara are:

What is the best time to visit Sagamihara?

May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, April, August and November. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

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