was a town located in Minamisaitama District, Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
Population As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 21,837 and a density of 797.84 persons per km2. The total area was 27.67 km2.
Attractions Shibuya is well known among other parts of Saitama for housing the large shopping complex Mallage, which is a source of shopping and enjoyment for many of Shobus' citizens, and has put Shobu on the map.
Development There is a large road, Ken-O expressway which is being built through Shobu at this present time.
Famous residents The famous conservationist, Honda Seiroku, who designed many of Japan's city and National parks was born in Shobu.
History On March 23, 2010, Shōbu, along with the towns of Kurihashi and Washimiya (both from Kitakatsushika District), was merged into the expanded city of Kuki.
Radio At Shōbu, there was Shobu-Kuki transmitter, one of the largest stations for AM and shortwave broadcasting in Japan.
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