Nagatoro, Saitama
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| Nagatoro 長瀞町 |
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| Coordinates: 36°7′N 139°7′E / 36.117°N 139.117°ECoordinates: 36°7′N 139°7′E / 36.117°N 139.117°E | |
| Country | Japan |
| Region | Kantō |
| Prefecture | Saitama |
| District | Chichibu |
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| • Total | 30.40 km2 (11.74 sq mi) |
| Population (2003) | |
| • Total | 8,329 |
| • Density | 270/km2 (710/sq mi) |
| Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) |
| Website | Town of Nagatoro |
Nagatoro (長瀞町 Nagatoro-machi) is a town located in Chichibu District, Saitama, Japan.
As of 2003, the town has an estimated population of 8,329 and a density of 273.98 persons per km². The total area is 30.40 km².
The Nagatoro River is well known for its rapids and whitewater rafting and boating, and the entire town is designated as a prefectural nature park and preserve.
[edit] External links
Media related to Nagatoro, Saitama at Wikimedia Commons
- Nagatoro official website (Japanese)
- Japan National Tourist Organisation information on Nagatoro
- Secret Japan's description of Nagatoro
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