Kitatsugaru district, Administrative district in Aomori Prefecture, Japan
Kitatsugaru district spans 304.65 square kilometers across northern Aomori Prefecture, containing the municipalities of Itayanagi, Tsuruta, and Nakadomari.
The district emerged from the former Tsugaru District on October 30, 1878, initially comprising 159 villages under the administration of Hirosaki Domain.
The district maintains traditional Japanese festivals throughout the year, reflecting the regional customs and agricultural heritage of northern Honshu.
The district connects to major transportation networks through public buses and regional roads, providing access to neighboring cities like Hirosaki and Goshogawara.
The district holds a significant position in Japanese agricultural production, with local farmers specializing in rice cultivation and seasonal crop rotation methods.
Location: Aomori Prefecture
Inception: October 30, 1878
Shares border with: Hirosaki, Tsugaru, Goshogawara
GPS coordinates: 40.98400,140.45000
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:55
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