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Kusano

Fukushima, Japan · Asia

About Kusano

Kusano sits on the route: 25 minutes from Yamakiya, 44km from Bandai-Azuma Skyline.

Kusano is a town located in Fukushima, Japan. With a population of 1,318, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kusano sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kusano to your route.

About Kusano

Iitate (飯舘村, Iitate-mura) is a village located in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2020, the village had an actual population of 1,408, and a population density of 6.1 persons per km2. The registered population per village government records was 5,946 registered residents in 1807 households as of

Read more September 30, 2017. The total area the village is 230.13 square kilometres (88.85 sq mi).

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Where is Kusano located?

Kusano is located in Fukushima, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 37.7000 latitude, 140.7500 longitude.

What is the population of Kusano?

Kusano has a population of approximately 1,318 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
1,318
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Fukushima
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
37.7000, 140.7500

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Kusano

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Bandai-Azuma Skyline

A 29 km volcanic sightseeing road in Fukushima cresting at 1,622 m beside the smoking crater of Mount Azuma-kofuji. Lunar landscapes, sulphur vents and huge Tohoku views from the Jododaira plateau.

44 km · about 50 min drive

mountain pass

Zao Echo Line

Mountain road over the Zao range between Miyagi and Yamagata, climbing past the emerald Okama crater lake. Opens each spring through towering snow walls and blazes with colour in autumn.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Kusano

  • 44 kmBandai-Azuma SkylineA 29 km volcanic sightseeing road in Fukushima cresting at 1,622 m beside the smoking crater of Mount Azuma-kofuji. Lunar landscapes, sulphur vents and huge Tohoku views from the Jododaira plateau.
  • 55 kmZao Echo LineMountain road over the Zao range between Miyagi and Yamagata, climbing past the emerald Okama crater lake. Opens each spring through towering snow walls and blazes with colour in autumn.

Nearby Destinations

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Yamakiya

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 12,170

Sōma

🇯🇵 Japan

19 km awayPop. 34,865

Ōuchi

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km awayPop. 6,110

Yanagawamachi-saiwaichō

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km awayPop. 20,807

Minami-Sōma

🇯🇵 Japan

22 km awayPop. 59,005

Hobaramachi

🇯🇵 Japan

22 km awayPop. 24,515

Yachigoya

🇯🇵 Japan

24 km awayPop. 7,905

Marumori

🇯🇵 Japan

24 km awayPop. 13,092

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