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Nakagawa, Suburban city in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan

Nakagawa spans 74.95 square kilometers across varied terrain, featuring developed northern sections and agricultural lands in the southern regions of Fukuoka Prefecture.

The city territory corresponds to the ancient Yayoi period region of Nakoku, which appears in Chinese historical records from the early centuries CE.

The National Historic Site of Antoku Ōzuka Kofun preserves archaeological evidence of early Japanese burial practices within Nakagawa's boundaries.

While lacking internal rail stations, the city connects to major transport networks through nearby JR West Hakata-Minami Station and National Route 385.

Nakagawa gained city status on October 1, 2018, making it the most recently established city in all of Japan.

Location: Fukuoka Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1956

Shares border with: Fukuoka, Chikushino, Kasuga, Onojo, Tosu, Yoshinogari, Miyaki

Website: https://city.nakagawa.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.49958,130.42222

Latest update: June 6, 2025 05:02

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