Ora

Ora is a town in the southern region of Gunma Prefecture with residential neighborhoods, local shops, and community facilities scattered throughout its area. Schools, parks, and administrative buildings shape the character of this quiet town where families have lived for generations.

Ora formed in 1955 when two villages merged to create the settlement, with the current name adopted shortly after. The town has since developed as a residential and administrative center serving the southern Gunma region.

The residents of Ora speak the regional Gunma dialect, which includes specific vocabulary and pronunciation patterns distinct from standard Japanese.

Train lines and roads connect the town to surrounding areas in the prefecture, making travel within the region straightforward. Visitors can explore local streets to experience everyday life and discover different parts of the community.

Four elementary schools and two middle schools serve the local population, operating under a mayor-council government system with 14 council members.

Location: Gunma Prefecture

Location: Ora District

Inception: March 1, 1955

Shares border with: Ota, Tatebayashi, Oizumi, Chiyoda, Ashikaga

Website: https://town.ora.gunma.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.25239,139.46231

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09