Kōra, Shiga
Appearance
Kōra (甲良町, Kōra-chō) is a town located in Inukami District, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2016, the town has an estimated population of 6,932 and a density of 510 persons per km². The total area is 13.66 km².
Kōra is famous for Saimyō-ji Temple (西明寺). It is also known as a hometown of Amako clan, Tōdō Takatora and master carpenters who built Nikkō Tōshō-gū.
Geography
Kōra is located within the foot of Suzuka Mountains, with most of the town is located within low grounds. The Inukami River passes through this town.
Neighbouring municipalities
Transportation
Railway
Highways
External links
- Media related to Kōra, Shiga at Wikimedia Commons
- Kōra official Website (in Japanese)