Ochi 越知町 |
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Ochi town hall
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Location of Ochi in Kōchi Prefecture |
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Location in Japan | |||
Coordinates: 33°32′N 133°15′E / 33.533°N 133.250°ECoordinates: 33°32′N 133°15′E / 33.533°N 133.250°E | |||
Country | Japan | ||
Region | Shikoku | ||
Prefecture | Kōchi Prefecture | ||
District | Takaoka | ||
Area | |||
• Total | 111.58 km2 (43.08 sq mi) | ||
Population (April 30, 2017) | |||
• Total | 5,847 | ||
• Density | 52/km2 (140/sq mi) | ||
Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) | ||
Website | www |
Ochi (越知町? Ochi-chō) is a town located in Takaoka District, Kōchi Prefecture, Japan.
As of April 30, 2017, the town has an estimated population of 5,847 and a density of 52 persons per km². The total area is 111.58 km².
As of April 1, 2007 the town participates in the JET Programme, having 2 representatives teaching English and participating in international exchange programmes. The town also coordinates a cross cultural exchange programme for the local junior high school and another junior high school located in Korea.