Aomori
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Aomori serves as the capital city of Aomori Prefecture in the Tōhoku region of Japan. The name translates to green forest, originating from a landmark hill near the original port settlement. The area is home to significant archaeological sites dating back to the Jōmon period.
Statistics
Area
824.61 km²
Population
264,945