Kanuma, Tochigi

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Kanuma
鹿沼市
Location of Kanuma
Kanuma's location in Tochigi, Japan.
Location
Country Japan
Region Kantō
Prefecture Tochigi
Physical characteristics
Area 490.62 km² (189.43 sq mi)
Population (as of May 2008)
     Total 103,373
     Density 211 /km² (546 /sq mi)
Location 36°34′N, 139°45′E
Symbols
Tree Cryptomeria
Flower Satsuki azalea
Symbol of Kanuma
Flag
Kanuma Government Office
Mayor Shin Satō
Address 322-0068
1688-1, Imamiyachō, Kanuma-shi, Tochigi-ken
Phone number 0289-64-2111
Official website: Kanuma City

Kanuma (鹿沼市 Kanuma-shi?) is a city located in Tochigi, Japan.

As of 2008, the city has an estimated population of 103,373 and the density of 211 persons per km². The total area is 490.62 km². The English translation of Kanuma is "Deer Swamp" and the town is mostly known for being along the way when traveling between Tokyo and Nikkō.

The city was founded on October 10, 1948.

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Shadow picture of Tochigi Prefecture Tochigi Prefecture
Flag of Tochigi Prefecture
Cities
Ashikaga | Kanuma | Mōka | Nasukarasuyama | Nasushiobara | Nikkō | Otawara | Oyama | Sakura | Sano | Shimotsuke | Tochigi | Utsunomiya (capital) | Yaita
Districts
Haga | Kamitsuga | Kawachi | Nasu | Shimotsuga | Shioya
  See also: Towns and villages by district edit

Coordinates: 36°34′N, 139°45′E