History and Regional Area Studies of Hachioji

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Focusing on Hachioji as a significant transit hub, the book explores Tokyo's gradual expansion into its surrounding areas. It examines the city's diverse identities as an ecological asset, a heritage site, and a logistics center. This analysis provides a unique perspective on the western sector of the world's largest city, making it a pioneering study in urban development and public transportation systems in Japan.