Country Japan Phone number 052-961-1111 Population 64,847 (Nov 2011) | - Flower Japanese iris Area 8.13 km² Prefecture Aichi Prefecture | |
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Region Tōkai region
Chūbu region Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) - Tree Round Leaf Holly (Ilex rotunda) | ||
Atsuta (熱田区, Atsuta-ku) is one of the 16 wards of the city of Nagoya in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. As of 2011, the ward had an estimated population of 64,847 and a population density of 7,980 persons per km². The total area was 8.13 km².
Contents
- Map of Atsuta Ward Nagoya Aichi Prefecture Japan
- Geography
- Surrounding municipalities
- History
- Economy
- Education
- Railroads
- Highways
- Local attractions
- Noted people from Atsuta ku Nagoya
- References
Map of Atsuta Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Geography
Atsuta Ward is located near the geographic center of Nagoya city.
Surrounding municipalities
History
The area of present-day Atsuta Ward was known since ancient times for its association with Atsuta Shrine. Atsuta Town in Aichi District was incorporated with the establishment of the municipality system in the early Meiji period. It was annexed to the city of Nagoya, initially as part of Minami Ward, and became Atsuta Ward in 1937.
Economy
Atsuta Ward is a major commercial center due to its proximity to the center of Nagoya metropolis. The rolling stock manufacturer Nippon Sharyo has its headquarters in the ward.