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Kōnosu

Saitama, Japan · Asia

About Kōnosu

Kōnosu sits on the route: 10 minutes from Kitamoto, 47km from Sensō-ji.

Kōnosu is a city located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 116,828, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kōnosu sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kōnosu to your route.

About Kōnosu

Kōnosu (鴻巣市, Kōnosu-shi) is a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2021, the city had an estimated population of 117,995 in 50,801 households and a population density of 1700 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 67.44 square kilometres (26.04 square miles).

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Where is Kōnosu located?

Kōnosu is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.0687 latitude, 139.5168 longitude.

What is the population of Kōnosu?

Kōnosu has a population of approximately 116,828 people, making it a city in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
116,828
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Saitama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.0687, 139.5168

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Kōnosu

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Tsukuba Circuit

Compact 2.045 km Ibaraki track that became the world benchmark for time attack, hosting legendary Hot Version and Best Motoring battles. A sub-minute lap here is the holy grail of tuner culture.

38 km · about 45 min drive

museum

Tokyo National Museum

Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.

45 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Shinjuku

Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.

45 km · about 50 min drive

cafe

Kayaba Coffee

A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.

45 km · about 50 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Meiji Shrine

A serene Shinto shrine surrounded by a lush forested park, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in the heart of Tokyo.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Imperial Palace

The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Kōnosu

  • 74 kmIrohazaka Winding RoadTwin one-way mountain roads with 48 hairpin bends linking Nikko to Lake Chuzenji, each curve named after a character of the old Japanese alphabet. Spectacular in autumn and legendary among touge drivers.
  • 74 kmMount Haruna TougeThe winding climb to Lake Haruna in Gunma, immortalised as 'Mount Akina' in Initial D. Gentle hairpins, a crater lake at the top, and constant pilgrimages by fans of Japan's street-racing manga.
  • 75 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
  • 76 kmYabitsu PassA tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.

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