Nagayo, Nagasaki

Nagayo
長与町
Town

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Location of Nagayo in Nagasaki Prefecture
Nagayo

Location in Japan

Coordinates: 32°49′N 129°53′E / 32.817°N 129.883°E / 32.817; 129.883Coordinates: 32°49′N 129°53′E / 32.817°N 129.883°E / 32.817; 129.883
Country Japan
Region Kyushu
Prefecture Nagasaki Prefecture
District Nishisonogi
Area
  Total 28.81 km2 (11.12 sq mi)
Population (January 1, 2009)
  Total 42,215
  Density 1,500/km2 (3,800/sq mi)
Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Website webtown.nagayo.jp

Nagayo (長与町 Nagayo-chō) is a town located in Nishisonogi District, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.

History

In the Edo period of the late 18th century, Nagayo ware became established and produced until the end of the 19th century.

Demographics

As of January 1, 2009, the town has an estimated population of 42,215 and a density of 1,470 persons per km². The total area is 28.81 km².


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