- PFAS Levels Exceed Target at 13 Locations in Sagamihara; 17.6 Times the Value Detected in Minami-Hashimoto
PFAS Levels Exceed Target at 13 Locations in Sagamihara; 17.6 Times the Value Detected in Minami-Hashimoto
Regarding organic fluorine compounds (PFAS), which are pointed to as carcinogenic, Sagamihara City announced the results of its 2025 fiscal year survey. Compared to the previous fiscal year, the levels exceeded the national provisional target value (50 nanograms per liter) at one additional location, bringing the total to 13 locations, …
Sagamihara
Sagamihara is a city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, which developed significantly in the 20th century as a major military and industrial center, notably hosting a large Imperial Japanese Army base before and during World War II. Today, it is known as a key hub for technology and aerospace research, home to facilities like the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Sagamihara Campus. The city also offers cultural and natural sites, including the Sagamiko Pleasure Forest and traces of its ancient past as part of the historic Musashi Province.
Minami-Hashimoto
Minami-Hashimoto is a district located in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, primarily known as a residential and commercial suburb. Historically, its development accelerated in the late 20th century with the expansion of the Keio Sagamihara Line railway, transforming it from a more rural area into a commuter town for the greater Tokyo metropolitan area. While not a major historical or cultural site itself, it serves as a modern gateway to the region.
