Ōmachi, Saga
Ōmachi (大町町, Ōmachi-chō) is a town located in Kishima District, Saga Prefecture, Japan.
Geography
Mountains: The northern part of town gradually becomes mountainous.
Rivers: Rokkaku River
Lakes: The northern, mountainous part of town is dotted with ponds.
Adjoining Cities and Municipalities
Saga Prefecture
Taku
Takeo
Shiroishi
Kōhoku
History
April 1, 1889 - The village of Fukumo merges with the village of Ōmachi.
January 1, 1936 - The village of Ōmachi gains town status.
Economy
Agricultural Products: Rice, barley, cucumbers, strawberries, and chickens.
There was a coal mine which operated until 1960.
Education
Saga Prefectural Business High School
Ōmachi Junior High School
Ōmachi Elementary School
Transportation
Air
The nearest airport is Saga Airport
Rail
JR Kyushu
Sasebo Line
Ōmachi Station
Road
Expressways: None
National Highways: Route 34
Prefectural Roads: Saga Prefecture Route 36
Sister cities
Allendale, New Jersey
External links
Media related to Ōmachi, Saga at Wikimedia Commons
