Your American History Reference Guide!
- Ako, Hyogo

HistoryMania Information Site on Ako, Hyogo American History American History Search        American History Browse welcome to our free resource site for all enthusiasts!

Ako, Hyogo

Akō (赤穂市; -shi) is a city located in Hyogo, Japan.

As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 51,951 and a density of 409.55 persons per km². The total area is 126.85 km².

The city was created on September 1, 1951.

The Forty-seven Ronin were from the han (fief) that had its castle in this city.

External links

Last updated: 05-24-2005 22:32:09
The contents of this article are licensed from Wikipedia.org under the
GNU Free Documentation License. How to see transparent copy
Search | Browse | Contact | Legal info