Ōmachi, Saga
Town in Kyushu, Japan
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Ōmachi (大町町, Ōmachi-chō) is a town located in Kishima District, Saga Prefecture, Japan.[1][2] As of October 1, 2016, the town has an estimated population of 6,680.
Geography
- Mountains: The northern part of town gradually becomes mountainous.
- Rivers: Rokkaku River
- Lakes: The northern, mountainous part of town is dotted with ponds.
Adjoining Cities and Municipalities
- Saga Prefecture
- Taku
- Takeo
- Shiroishi
- Kōhoku
History
- April 1, 1889 - The village of Fukumo merges with the village of Ōmachi.
- January 1, 1936 - The village of Ōmachi gains town status.
Economy
- Agricultural Products: Rice, barley, cucumbers, strawberries, and chickens.
- There was a coal mine which operated until 1960.
Education
- Saga Prefectural Business High School
- Ōmachi Junior High School
- Ōmachi Elementary School
Transportation
Air
- The nearest airport is Saga Airport
Rail
- JR Kyushu
- Sasebo Line
- Ōmachi Station
- Sasebo Line
Road
- Expressways: None
- National Highways: Route 34
- Prefectural Roads: Saga Prefecture Route 36
Sister cities
References
External links
Media related to Ōmachi, Saga at Wikimedia Commons- Ōmachi official website (in Japanese)
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