Introduction to Nishitokyo City

Last UpdateApril 15, 2010

Nishitokyo was the first city in Japan to be formed out of a merger of formerly urban cities in January 2001, and is now celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Striving to create a city "where individuals can shine and support one another," Nishitokyo is actively adopting policies focused on the development of the urban infrastructure, education, welfare, and the environment.
Nishitokyo currently has a population of 195,000, making it the fifth largest city in the Tama region. The city is home to more than 3,300 registered foreign residents (1.7% of the population) from 60 countries live here, and their numbers are growing every year.