Yamauchi, Saga
Yamauchi
山内町
| Former municipality |
| Since |
March 1, 2006 |
| Currently part of |
Takeo |
| Location |
| Country |
Japan |
| Region |
Kyūshū |
| Prefecture |
Saga |
| District |
Kishima |
| Physical characteristics |
| Area |
40.91 km² |
| Population (as of November 30, 2004) |
| Total |
9,745 |
| Density |
238.21/km² |
| Location |
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| Symbols |
| Official website: Takeo City |
Coordinates: Yamauchi (山内町, Yamauchi-chō?) is a former town of Kishima District, Saga Prefecture, Japan.
On March 1, 2006 Yamauchi, along with the town of Kitagata, also from Kishima District, was merged into the expanded city of Takeo.
Geography
Adjoining municipalities
History
- April 1, 1889 - The modern municipality system is established. The area consists of two villages: Nakato and Sumiyoshi.
- April 1, 1954 - Nakato and Sumiyoshi merge to form Yamauchi Village.
- March 1, 1955 - Part of Takeuchi Town is incorporated into Yamauchi Village.
- September 1, 1960 - Yamauchi Village becomes Yamauchi Town (Yamauchi-Machi)
Education
- Yamauchi Junior High School
- Yamauchi Higashi Elementary School
- Yamauchi Nishi Elementary School
Transportation
Rail
Road
Notable places and events
- Mt. Kurokami, Fūfu Rock
- Kurokami no Roman festival
- Sangyō festival
- Chūō Park
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