2017 Musashino City Overview

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Exchange programsMusashino makes new connections through both domestic and international exchange programs.DomesticExchanges9 municipalities in Japan rich with nature and human characterMusashino is a city of consumer-driven lifestyles that relies on places that produce food, energy, and other resources. Based on that, the city enjoys urban conveniences such as culture and arts. With the aim of complementary coexistence between city and countryside, Musashino has entered into friendly relationships with 9 municipalities.Located at the Northeastern tip of Tottori Prefecture. This town is home to Iwai Onsen and Sanin Kaigan, which is a World Geopark. Many visit to experience nature.Iwami Town, Tottori PrefectureLocated near the center of Nagano Prefecture, this city features the majestic scenery of the Northern Alps. It is known for growing wasabi and apples. Exchange between residents continues through nature experiences and cultural events.Azumino City, Nagano PrefectureLocated in the Southwestern tip of Toyama Prefecture, one section of this city is designated as the Hakusan National Park. The city is famous for the “historic villages of Gokayama,” which were inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage List in 1995. Exchanges started in 1972. Nanto City, Toyama PrefectureLocated near central Niigata Prefecture, this city opens out to the coast of Shinano River. The city is famous for its reworks festival. Exchanges started in 1989. Nagaoka City, Niigata PrefectureSituated in the far Eastern tip of Nagano Prefecture, this village is located at the head of Chikuma River. It is famous for growing lettuce. Exchanges started in 1982.Kawakami Village, Nagano PrefectureMusashino CityOsakikamijima Town is situated on Osakikami Island inside the Geiyo Islands located near the center of Seto Inland Sea. Leading industries include fruit cultivation, such as mandarin oranges, blueberries and strawberries, as well as fishing and shipbuilding.Osakikamijima Town, Hiroshima Prefecture20