Soni, Nara

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Soni
曽爾村
village
Location of Soni in Nara Prefecture
Soni
Location in Japan
Coordinates: 34°31′N 136°7′E / 34.517°N 136.117°E / 34.517; 136.117Coordinates: 34°31′N 136°7′E / 34.517°N 136.117°E / 34.517; 136.117
Country Japan
Region Kansai
Prefecture Nara Prefecture
District Uda
Government
  Mayor Yoshinori Uyama
Area
  Total 47.84 km2 (18.47 sq mi)
Population (March 31, 2005)
  Total 2,230
  Density 46.61/km2 (120.7/sq mi)
Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Symbols
- Tree Cryptomeria
- Flower Azalea
- Bird Japanese White-eye
Address 495-1 Ōaza Imai, Soni-mura, Uda-gun, Nara-ken
633-1212
Phone number 0745-94-2101
Website Village of Soni

Soni (曽爾村 Soni-mura) is a village located in Uda District, Nara Prefecture, Japan.

As of 2005, the village has an estimated population of 2,230 and a density of 46.61 persons per km². The total area is 47.84 km².

Soni Plateau of later fall

Geography

The village of Soni is located in the northeastern portion of Nara Prefecture, in Uda District. It is situated in a cool climate, and most dwellings are located near the valley. Many mountains, including the Byōbu-iwa, are close to the valley. Also, the Shōrenji River flows through the village.[1]

Surrounding municipalities

Notable locations

  • Soni Plateau
  • Koochi Valley
  • Soni Plateau Hot Springs
  • Byōbu-iwa

References

  1. 2005.Kangaeru Shakaika Chizu.Tokyo:Yotsuya-Ōtsuka Publishing, p.36

External links

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