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Tokyo National Museum
Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.
13 km · about 25 min drive
Saitama, Japan · Asia
Sōka works well as a base: 5 minutes from Toneri, 14km from Sensō-ji.
Sōka is a city located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 249,645, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Sōka 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 Sōka to your route.
Sōka (草加市, Sōka-shi) is a city in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2021, the city had an estimated population of 249,645 in 118,129 households and a population density of 9100 persons per km². The total area of the city is 27.46 square kilometres (10.60 sq mi).
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Sōka is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.8364 latitude, 139.7996 longitude.
Sōka has a population of approximately 249,645 people, making it a city in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.
13 km · about 25 min drive
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13 km · about 25 min drive
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Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.
16 km · about 30 min drive
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The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.
17 km · about 20 min drive
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Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.
18 km · about 20 min drive
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Tokyo's legendary outer market offering fresh seafood, street food, and culinary delights in a bustling atmosphere.
19 km · about 20 min drive
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