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Numata, Castle town in Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Located 2 hours from Tokyo, Numata spans 443 square kilometers across mountainous terrain, making it the largest city in Gunma Prefecture by area.

The city evolved from a Sengoku period castle town around Numata Castle, later becoming the center of the 35,000 koku Numata Domain under Tokugawa rule.

The Tengu Festival stands as a major celebration in Numata, incorporating folklore elements and traditional performances throughout its schedule of events.

The transportation system includes the JR East Joetsu Line railway and multiple highways, connecting the city to major routes 17, 120, 145, and 291.

Fukiware Falls, designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty, changes its appearance through different seasons with water flows and autumn colors.

Location: Gunma Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1954

Website: https://www.city.numata.gunma.jp/

Shares border with: Kiryū, Maebashi, Shibukawa, Midori, Takayama, Minakami, Katashina, Showa, Kawaba, Nikko

Website: https://city.numata.gunma.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.64393,139.04275

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29

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