Awashimaura, Niigata
| Awashimaura 粟島浦村 | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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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)
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