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Kōhoku is a town located in Kishima District, Saga Prefecture, Japan. It is known as a crossroads for railways and national highways, and as such has dubbed itself "the navel of Saga".GeographyMountains: The northern part of the city is gradually mountainous.Rivers: Rokkaku River, Ushizu RiverAdjoining MunicipalitiesOgiŌmachiShiroishi TakuHistoryApril 1, 1932 - The villages of Oda, Yamaguchi, and Sarushi merge to form the village of Kōhoku.April 1, 1952- The village of Kōhoku gains town status.September 30, 1956 - Part of the village of Teisen from Ogi District merges with Kōhoku.EducationKōhoku Junior High School (江北町立江北中学校)Kōhoku Elementary School (江北町立江北小学校)TransportationAirThe closest airport is Saga Airport.RailStation: Hizen-YamaguchiLines: Nagasaki Main Line, Sasebo LineTo Major CitiesTo Fukuoka, as well as the nearest Shinkansen station:About 45 minutes by the limited express KamomeAbout 1 hour and 40 minutes by local train, changing at TosuTo Sasebo: About 55 minutes by limited express, about 1 hour and 10 minutes by local train