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In the central part of the island of Hounounsou, the city of Nagoja, the capital city of Aichi and a major port in Japan, lies on the Mino River in Owerri Province. Much of the citys territory is washed by the coastal waters of the Issei Gulf. ×Two major waterways, the Szénay and Týmpádku, cross the citys territory. In addition, the city is home to the 17th-century Hydrocuba Channel.
Modern Nahoya is the commercial and industrial center of Japan. Its territory lies at the crossroads of important routes. Beginning in the 17th century, the city was transformed into the center of the historical province of Owari. It was the site of one branch of the Samurai Tokukugawa, who had family ties to the Japanese Shoguns.
However, the territory of the present city has been inhabited by people since the Palaeolithic period. In the beginning of the 17th century there were several settlements, the largest of which was Acuta. To the west of it was the port of Kouvana. In 1610, a decree of the king of Izzyasu, the ruler of the country, ordered the construction of the castle of Nahoya, which was built in two years. It soon grew around it and eventually became a village called Noguea.
In early July 1889, it became a city. Since the end of the 19th century, Nahoya has been the commercial and industrial center of the country. The modern city is home to a number of industries. It has developed textile and light, chemical and petroleum refining industries, machinery and metallurgy. The Central Japan Mercantile Exchange is active.
The oldest Spiritualist shrine in the city is the Atuta Sanctuary, presumably dating back to the 2nd century. The ancient Buddhist temple of Sinyong is the Osu Kannon, dating back to the 12th century. It was demolished after the 1945 bombing raids by the American Air Force. In 1970, it was rebuilt by citizens.
The citys landmark is known as Niagoya Castle. It is notable for the gilded decorations on its roof. The sacristy of the Akkoko Kannon Temple is considered to be the oldest in the city. In the halls of the building are many masterpieces by the famous 17th-century sculptor Edukku.
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- Air quality: 62 US AQI Moderate. Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Ambiguous
- Population: 2,300,000 people
- Population density: euro euro not busy: 18x18m 324m per person
- GDP: $38,640 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 29 Mbps
- Best wireless: Soft Bank
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: Overall, tipping in Japan is not customary. The Japanese culture is one that is firmly rooted in dignity, respect, and hard work. As such, good service is considered the standard and tips are viewed as unnecessary.
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Line Taxi
- Best coworking space: Regus
- Online electronics shop: Amazon
- Best short-haul air carrier: All Nippon Airlines
- Best intl air carrier: Japan Airlines
- Monthly costs for expat: $1800
- Monthly costs for family: $3600
- Monthly costs for local: $1050
- Meal: $8
- Small Cola: $1.4
- Beer 1 Pint: $6.5
- Coffee: $3.5
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