Hiraya, Nagano

Hiraya
平谷村
Village

Location of Hiraya in Nagano Prefecture
Hiraya

Location in Japan

Coordinates: 35°19′N 137°38′E / 35.317°N 137.633°ECoordinates: 35°19′N 137°38′E / 35.317°N 137.633°E
Country Japan
Region Chūbu
Kōshin'etsu
Prefecture Nagano Prefecture
District Shimoina
Area
 • Total 77.40 km2 (29.88 sq mi)
Population (2003)
 • Total 645
 • Density 8.3/km2 (22/sq mi)
Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Website Village of Hiraya

Hiraya (平谷村 Hiraya-mura) is a village located in Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.

As of 2003, the village has an estimated population of 645 and a density of 8.33 persons per km². The total area is 77.40 km².

Hiraya contains Mount Ōkawairi and the mouth of the Yahagi River.

Despite being a small and isolated village, it has a small family-oriented ski resort, and a fishing pond, which is stocked with several kinds of trout.

Hiraya is also known for its corn.

External links

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