Time Zone |
Asia/Tokyo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Kashiki City is an inland city with a population of about 77,000, founded in 1991, located in the northwestern part of Nara Prefecture, Japan. The city is located in the western part of the Nara Basin, adjacent to Osaka Prefecture, and is part of the Keihanjin metropolitan area.
Kashiba City is home to important historical sites such as the Nigami Mountain Burial Mounds, and the legendary site of the Emperor Yusuke's Tomb has attracted attention in the academic world. The city retains the cultural traditions associated with the "Manyoshu," which is a reflection of the culture of the Asuka Period.
As a residential city in the Osaka commuting area, Kashiba City has maintained its agricultural industry (watermelon and grape cultivation) and is actively developing new industries. Major facilities include a commercial area around Kintetsu Kashiba Station and a comprehensive sports park, making life highly convenient.
The Kintetsu Osaka Line provides quick access to the Osaka and Nara metropolitan areas. Tourism resources include the natural landscape of Futakami Mountain, the cherry blossoms at the quarry site in spring, and the Katsushika City Historical Spot, which is a tourist attraction in the surrounding area.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.