Hanno City, Saitama, is best known for its mountains, hiking trails, and small-town charm. Running through a corner of the city not far from Hanno Station, however, is the Iruma River (Iruma-gawa), and Hanno has created a wonderful area along the riverside. Marked by the eye-catching Wareiwa Bridge (Wareiwa-bashi), the riverside area is filled with people walking dogs, strolling with their dates, and meeting with friends. The stony banks extend to some great places to get back to nature and enjoy a very pretty setting. It's also a popular place for people to have barbecues and gather during fireworks festivals.
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Hanno's Riverbed and Wareiwa Bridge
Beautiful riverside with small-town charm in Saitama

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Enjoying small-town Saitama

The River wrapping around a bend

Spanning the Iruma River

A look back at Hanno from the bridge

The beautiful Wareiwa Bridge

A short walk from Hanno Station

Strolling along the riverbed

Beautiful autumn season

Looking up at Wareiwa-bashi

Crossing the foot-bridge

A great place for a barbecue
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Iain Stanley
10 years ago
I see you're quite the expert of this area!!
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