Awashimaura, Niigata
Awashimaura 粟島浦村 | |
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Village | |
![]() Location of Awashimaura in Niigata Prefecture | |
![]() ![]() Awashimaura Location in Japan | |
Coordinates: 38°28′N 139°15′E / 38.467°N 139.250°ECoordinates: 38°28′N 139°15′E / 38.467°N 139.250°E | |
Country | Japan |
Region |
Chūbu Kōshin'etsu Hokuriku |
Prefecture | Niigata Prefecture |
District | Iwafune |
Area | |
• Total | 9.86 km2 (3.81 sq mi) |
Population (2005) | |
• Total | 438 |
• Density | 44/km2 (120/sq mi) |
Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) |
Website | Village of Awashimaura |
Awashimaura (粟島浦村 Awashimaura-mura) is a village located on Awashima Island, in Iwafune District, Niigata Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2005, the village has an estimated population of 438 and a density of 44.42 persons per km². The total area is 9.86 km².
Awashima is connected to the mainland by ferry from Iwafune port. The main industries are tourism and fishing.
External links
Media related to Awashimaura, Niigata at Wikimedia Commons
- Awashimaura official website (Japanese)