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The Japanese city of is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture, and the largest city in the Chugoku region of western Honshu, the largest of Japan's islands. Geographical location (City Hall). It is most known throughout the world as the first city in history subjected to nuclear warfare with the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Hiroshima gained municipality status on April 1, 1889 and was designated on April 1, 1980 by government ordinance. As of 2004, the city's mayor is Tadatoshi Akiba.
History
Hiroshima was founded in 1589, on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea, and became a major urban center during the Meiji period. The city is located on the broad, flat delta of the Ota River, which has 7 channel outlets dividing the city into six islands which project into Hiroshima Bay. The city is almost entirely flat and only slightly above sea level; to the northwest and northeast of the city, some hills rise to 700 feet. More on [ Hiroshima ]
Hiroshima: John Hersey http://bookmooch.com/B002E9VT00 #dormeur #US #grdn #inv #chld #liter #entrtn #nfict #cook #parent #comcs #cmput #god
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Hiroshima: John Hersey http://bookmooch.com/B002E9VT00 #dormeur #US #grdn #inv #chld #liter #entrtn #nfict #cook #parent #comcs #cmput #god
Mysterious Explosion 1,000 Times Greater than Hiroshima - http://tinyurl.com/6qvdov
MARCIBENTLEY (MARCI BENTLEY) Sun, 27 Dec 2009 01:59:54 -0000
Mysterious Explosion 1,000 Times Greater than Hiroshima - http://tinyurl.com/6qvdov
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A Photo Stroll in Hiroshima Prefecture - Scenic and historical photos of Hiroshima Prefecture.
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Gansu - Outdoor activity group in Hiroshima.
Glass Village - A glass theme park with glass museums, glass castle, workshops and shopping.
Hirokura Co. Ltd. - Freight forwarding, customs brokerage and ship husbandry services from Hiroshima.
Hometown Bingo - Gives introduction to the smaller towns of Fuchu City, Ashina, Konu, Sera, Fukayasu, and Jinseki.
Oozappa Scene Restaurant and Bar - A restaurant and bar in Naka-ku, Hiroshima City. With map, photos, and directions.
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Peek - A - Book Nook - English used bookstore in Hiroshima City. Offers book buying, selling and trading; searcheable database and online ordering.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima - Official soccer club site with profile, player photos, and results. [English/Japanese]
TownNet Hiroshima - TownNet directory of Hiroshima. General information, travel, regions, events, shopping, and business.
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