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Located in the southeastern part of China's Hebei Province, Daming County is part of Handan City and is situated at the junction of Hebei, Luzhou and Henan provinces, with a total area of 1,052 square kilometers. The county has a long history and was the seat of the Daiming Prefecture in Beijing during the Song Dynasty. It has a rich cultural heritage, such as the ruins of the ancient city of Daiming Prefecture and the Museum of Stone Carvings. Agriculture is dominated by wheat, corn and cotton, while industry covers food processing and machinery manufacturing. With a population of about 800,000, it has a temperate monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. The transportation is convenient, with the Beijing-Kowloon Railway and the Daguang Expressway passing through the county. In recent years, Da Ming County has focused on cultural tourism and economic development, and is committed to building a regional center town.
Kurobe City is located in the eastern part of Toyama Prefecture, Japan, in the hinterland of the Northern Alps, and is known for its magnificent mountain scenery and the famous Kurobe Reservoir (Kurobe Dam). As one of the core areas of the "Japanese Alps," it is a paradise for mountaineering, hiking, and hot springs enthusiasts, with natural wonders such as the Tateyama Mountain Range and the Kurobe Gorge. The Kurobe Dam, the tallest arch dam in Japan, is not only an important water conservancy project, but also a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the reservoir from the Kurobe Climbing Gondola. From summer to fall, the city's alpine plants, red leaves, and snow-capped mountains are in full bloom, and in winter, the city is transformed into a ski resort. Kurobe City also attracts many tourists with the crystal clear Kurobe River and traditional hot spring villages, making it an ideal destination for experiencing Japan's pristine nature and outdoor sports.