Toyama, Toyama

   

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Toyama (富山市; -shi) is the capital city of Toyama prefecture, Japan. It is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan on the island of Honshu, about 200 km north of the city of Nagoya and 300 km northwest of Tokyo.

Historically, Toyama was the capital of Etchu Province. The modern city was incorporated on April 1, 1889.

As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 325,443 and the density of 1,558.56 persons per km&sup2. The total area is 208.81 km².

Toyama is served by Toyama Airport and JR Toyama Station.

External links

  • Official website (http://www.pref.toyama.jp/master/02guide/welcome/welcome_e.htm/)

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