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Ogawamachi

Saitama, Japan · Asia

About Ogawamachi

Ogawamachi sits on the route: 10 minutes from Ranzan, 59km from Mount Haruna Touge.

Ogawamachi is a town located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 28,971, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Ogawamachi 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 Ogawamachi to your route.

About Ogawamachi

Ogawa (小川町, Ogawa-machi) is a town in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 March 2021, the town had an estimated population of 28,971 in 12,989 households and a population density of 480 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 60.36 square kilometres (23.31 sq mi).

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Where is Ogawamachi located?

Ogawamachi is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.0534 latitude, 139.2661 longitude.

What is the population of Ogawamachi?

Ogawamachi has a population of approximately 28,971 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
28,971
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Saitama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.0534, 139.2661

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 Ogawamachi

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Shinjuku

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

56 km · about 65 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.

57 km · about 65 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Tokyo

Deus's Harajuku outpost in Tokyo bringing Australian motorcycle and surf culture to the heart of Japanese street fashion.

58 km · about 65 min drive

museum

Tokyo National Museum

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

59 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Shibuya Crossing

The world's busiest pedestrian crossing, where thousands of people cross simultaneously from all directions at this iconic Tokyo intersection.

59 km · about 70 min drive

famous road

Mount Haruna Touge

The 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.

59 km · about 70 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.

59 km · about 70 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.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Ogawamachi

  • 59 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.
  • 65 kmUsui PassHistoric pass on the old Nakasendo route between Gunma and Karuizawa, packed with 180-plus corners and the brick Megane-bashi viaduct. Another Initial D battleground beloved by drivers and rail historians alike.
  • 70 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.
  • 75 kmChureito PagodaA five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
  • 76 kmLake Kawaguchi ViewpointA lakeside viewpoint where Mount Fuji reflects perfectly in still waters, especially stunning during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
  • 76 kmKachi Kachi Ropeway Viewpoint (Lake Kawaguchi)A mountain-top station reached by ropeway above Lake Kawaguchi, offering a bird's-eye view of the lake with Mt Fuji dominating the skyline.

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