Naganuma, Fukushima


Naganuma was a town located in Iwase District, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 6,455 and a density of 106.98 persons per km². The total area was 60.34 km².

History

The people lived in Naganuma,because of Jomon potteryand Dugoutdiscovered from Tsukakoshi remains in 25th century BC.
Naganuma town built by Takatoki Naganuma in 1260 AD.
It is deserted castle by :ja:一国一城令|Decree of One Castle Per Province in 1615 AD.
Old Naganuma was formed as a result of the enforcement of town organization in 1901 AD.
Old Naganuma town and Hokotsuki village merged Naganuma town in 1955 AD.
On April 1, 2005 AD, Naganuma, along with the village of Iwase, was merged into the expanded city of Sukagawa.

Education

Tradition

From Edo era to Meiji era made Naganuma dyed paper.And from Meiji era to Taisho era made Naganuma ware.

Local attractions

Tourist spot

From Sukagawa station to Naganuma town by bus in Sukagawa station stop 1 pole.
It take about one hour.