Kofu, Yamanashi
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Kofu (甲府市; Kōfu-shi) is the capital city of Yamanashi, Japan.
As of 2005, the city has an estimated population of 193,795 and the density of 1,127.50 persons per km². The total area is 171.88 km².
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History
The city was founded on July 1, 1889. Its name means "capital of Kai Province." During the Sengoku period, it was the stronghold of Takeda Shingen.
Sister Cities
- Cheongju, a city of South Korea.
- Chengdu, a city of southwest China.
- Des Moines, the capital city of the State of Iowa, USA.
- Lodi, a city in San Joaquin County, California, USA.
- Pau, a city of southwestern France.
- Yamatokoriyama, a city of Japan. It is famous for a goldfish.
Famous Places
Famous Person
- Hidetoshi Nakata, Japanese football player in Serie A.
External links
- Official website (http://www.city.kofu.yamanashi.jp/english/index.htm)