Naganohara, Gunma
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| Naganohara 長野原町 |
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| Coordinates: 36°33′N 138°38′E / 36.55°N 138.633°ECoordinates: 36°33′N 138°38′E / 36.55°N 138.633°E | |||
| Country | Japan | ||
| Region | Kantō | ||
| Prefecture | Gunma Prefecture | ||
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| • Total | 133.93 km2 (51.71 sq mi) | ||
| Population (September 1, 2007) | |||
| • Total | 6,361 | ||
| • Density | 47.50/km2 (123.0/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) | ||
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| - Tree | Larch | ||
| - Flower | Azalea | ||
| - Bird | Copper Pheasant | ||
| Phone number | 0279-82-2244 | ||
| Address | Naganohara-machi, 66-3 Ōaza Naganohara 377-1392 |
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| Website | Town of Naganohara | ||
Naganohara (長野原町 Naganohara-machi) is a town located in Agatsuma District, Gunma, Japan.
As of September 1, 2007, the town has an estimated population of 6,361 and a density of 47.50 persons per km². The total area is 133.93 km².
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[edit] Geography
Located in the northwestern portion of Gunma Prefecture, almost all of the town has an elevation higher than 500m. The town has Mount Shirane to the north and Mount Asama to the south.
- Rivers: Agatsuma River, Shirasuna River, Kuma River
[edit] Surrounding municipalities
[edit] Education
- Naganohara High School
[edit] Visitor attractions
[edit] External links
Media related to Naganohara, Gunma at Wikimedia Commons
- Naganohara Official English Website
- Naganohara Official Website (Japanese)
- Dam cancellation leaves local residents high and dry
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