Nago, Okinawa
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Nago (名護市; -shi) is a city located in Okinawa, Japan.
As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 57,551 and the density of 273.74 persons per km². The total area is 210.24 km².
The city was founded on August 1, 1970.
Ocean Expo 1975
In 1975, the World Exposition was held in Okinawa with a focus on the world's oceans. After the expo concluded, Ocean Expo Park was built on the site in Nago. Ocean Expo Park is the site of the Okinawa Curami Aquarium - one of Japan's largest and best - as well as other exhibits highlighting the island and its culture.
External links
- Official website (http://www.city.nago.okinawa.jp/) in Japanese
- Ocean Expo Park (http://www.kaiyouhaku.com/en/park/)
- Ocean Expo Park (official government site) (http://www.dc.ogb.go.jp/kouen/ocean_park/park_e/top.html)