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Nagatoro 長瀞町

Nagatoro (長瀞町, Nagatoro-machi) is a town located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 March 2021, the town had an estimated population of 6,838 in 2894 households and a population density of 220 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 30.43 square kilometres (11.75 sq mi). The Nagatoro River is well known for its rapids and whitewater rafting and boating, and the entire town is designated as a prefectural nature park and preserve.

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Nagatoro — 長瀞町
Photo: Abasaa · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
LocationChichibu district, Saitama (秩父郡 埼玉県)
WhenAugust (Summer — exact dates change every year)
Coordinates36.11481, 139.10972 · Open in Google Maps
TypeTown of Japan
Official websitehttp://www.town.nagatoro.saitama.jp/

Planning to go? The Nagatoro is held in August, but the exact dates, times and any entry fees are set year by year. Check the official website for this year's schedule before you travel.

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