Miyashiro Town, Saitama埼玉県宮代町

Living in Miyashiro Town, Saitama

Tobu Zoo

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What kind of place is Miyashiro Town, Saitama?

MUJI: Everyone’s Square

Tobu Zoo and More: The Small Yet Prosperous Town of Miyashiro

Miyashiro Town is located in the Tone region of Saitama Prefecture, within the Minamisaitama District, with a population of about 34,000.
It is surrounded by Sugito Town to the east, Shiraoka City to the west, Kuki City to the north, and Kasukabe City to the south.
Miyashiro is divided into three main areas: the Tobu Zoo Station area, the Wado Station area, and the Himemiya Station area.
With vast farmlands and abundant nature, this small town is a comfortable place to live, especially for families with young children, thanks to its well-established daycare centers and kindergartens.

Within Miyashiro Town, there is Tobu Zoo, which is not just a zoo but a comprehensive leisure spot that includes roller coasters, a large swimming pool, and more.
Visitors come from outside the prefecture throughout the year.
In recent years, a large MUJI store opened near Tobu Zoo Station, transforming the station area into a beautiful and vibrant part of town.

PR video of Miyashiro Town, Saitama

Miyashiro Town Promotional Video ~A town where people and nature shine peacefully~

How is the traffic situation in Miyashiro Town?

Tobu Dobutsu Koen Station from inside the MUJI store

Miyashiro-cho is an area where you can commute to Tokyo by Tobu Line

Miyashiro-cho is home to the Tobu Dobutsu Koen Station area, which has all the major facilities, the Wado Station area, which has a rural landscape, and the Himemiya Station area, which has a nostalgic atmosphere. Despite being a small town, there are three Tobu Line stations: Tobu Dobutsu Koen Station, Wado Station, and Himemiya Station.
By train, it is 10 to 15 minutes to Kasukabe, Kuki, and Koshigaya, 35 minutes to Kita-Senju and Omiya, and about 40 minutes to Tatebayashi, Urawa, and Noda, making it a convenient distance for commuting to work or school.
It is home to Tobu Dobutsu Koen, Nippon Institute of Technology, Shinshukan, and other attractions, making it a wonderful town where people gather from outside the town and prefecture.

The Ken-O Expressway (National Route 468), a highway that spans the east and west, runs through the northern part of Miyashiro-cho, making it convenient for accessing Kawagoe and Ibaraki. In addition, by using National Route 4, which runs through the neighboring town of Sugito, you can also access Kasukabe to the south, making this an area that is highly convenient to access by car.

  • The Tobu Isesaki Line can take you to areas in Tokyo such as Asakusa and Skytree, as well as to Kumagaya in Saitama and Isesaki in Gunma, expanding your range of travel.

  • There is no JR line, so it is inconvenient if you want to travel to Shinjuku or Ikebukuro.

  • How are the rent and land prices in Miyashiro Town?

    Miyashiro Town: Building a custom home while commuting to Tokyo is no longer a dream

    According to SUUMO, the average price for a rental apartment or condominium in Minami Saitama County, which Miyashiro Town is part of, is about 59,000 yen for a 1LDK and 73,000 yen for a 3DK. If you have a budget of 70,000 yen, you should be able to find a reasonably good property.

    The average land price in Miyashiro Town as a whole is about 162,000 yen per tsubo. Even in well-located areas, it’s around 400,000 yen per tsubo. Those considering a custom-built home can build a nice one here.

  • It is rich in nature, has fields, and has a rare view in the city, making it a good environment for raising children. In recent years, development has progressed around Tobu Dobutsu Koen Station, and there are high expectations for the future.

  • If you live far from a station, it is inconvenient to get to the station without a bus or your own car. You also need a car to go shopping or eat out.

    How is childcare and education in Miyashiro Town?

    Kasahara Elementary School

    Miyashiro Town: an environment where children can grow up healthily

    The town has 4 kindergartens, 5 nurseries, 2 small-scale daycare centers, 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 1 high school, 1 special needs school, and 1 university, along with 3 child-rearing support centers. Miyashiro is working hard to create a town that is family-friendly and convenient for raising children.
    One of the most famous schools is Kasahara Elementary School, often referred to as the “Red Castle of Ryugu.” It was built under the unique concepts of “The School is the Town,” “The Classroom is the Home,” and “The School is a Memory.” The building design is inspired by traditional two-story gable-roofed rural houses that have been in Miyashiro for centuries, making it a popular site for architecture enthusiasts nationwide. It’s a charming structure worth seeing.

    Miyashiro’s Children’s Medical Expense Subsidy covers both outpatient and inpatient care for children under the age of 18 (until March 31 following their 18th birthday).
    The town also offers a Medical Expense Subsidy for Single-Parent Families, which provides financial assistance for a portion of medical expenses based on insurance-covered treatments for children in single-parent households, up to the age of 18 (until March 31 following their 18th birthday).

  • Since Tobu Zoo is located within the town, you can easily go there for a little while on the weekends. Miyashiro Town also has a lot of events, and there is a sense of participation in child-rearing together with the local community.

  • A little way from the station is a rural area, so you need to be careful during dark hours such as at night.

    How about shopping in Miyashiro Town?

    MUJI

    Miyashiro: A Town Developing Shopping Spots Around Tobu Zoo Station

    With the opening of MUJI Tobu Zoo Station Store in 2021, the area around Tobu Zoo Station has been revitalized, becoming a popular shopping destination attracting more visitors.
    Next to this store is Tobu Store, making it a convenient facility for those using Tobu Zoo Station.
    Additionally, in Miyashiro Town, you’ll find Maruya in front of Himemiya Station and Kasumi Store along Prefectural Route 15, ensuring easy access to groceries and daily necessities.

  • There are several supermarkets in Miyashiro Town, so you won’t have any trouble buying groceries or daily necessities. Tobu Store Maruya is open until 9pm, and Kasumi Store is open until midnight, which is very helpful.

  • There are no shopping malls, so if you’re looking for fashionable products such as fashion and miscellaneous goods other than groceries and daily necessities, you’ll have to go to a nearby area.

  • How about jobs and recruitment in Miyashiro Town?

    Miyashiro Town expects an increase in manufacturing and transportation jobs using the Ken-O Expressway

    Miyashiro Town does not have many commercial facilities, so many residents seem to work outside of town. However, Miyashiro is working on the urban development project “Wado Yokomachi District Urban Plan” to attract companies that can take advantage of the convenience of the Ken-O Expressway. In the future, we may see large warehouses and factories being established, potentially leading to more job opportunities in manufacturing and transportation industries.

    Miyashiro Town, Saitama’s unique subsidy/subsidy system

    Miyashiro Town, Saitama’s unique relocation assistance and relocation subsidy system

    Settlement promotion website “Let’s live in Miyashiro”

    Miyashiro Town, Saitama’s unique housing assistance and subsidy system

    Miyashiro Town Vacant House Bank Subsidy system for “earthquake resistance diagnosis” and “earthquake resistance improvement work, etc.” Subsidy system for “earthquake-resistant shelters, etc.”

    Miyashiro Town, Saitama’s unique childcare support system

    Presenting Miyashiro-grown rice as a gift for the birth of a child

    Miyashiro Town, Saitama’s unique system for further education and tuition assistance/subsidies

    School attendance assistance system Scholarship Loan Program Admission preparation fee subsidy system
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