is a town located in Kishima District, Saga Prefecture, Japan. As of October 1, 2016, the town has an estimated population of 6,680.
Geography
Mountains: The northern part of town gradually becomes mountainous. Rivers: Rokkaku River Lakes: The northern, mountainous part of town is dotted with ponds.
Adjoining Cities and Municipalities
Saga Prefecture
Taku
Takeo
Shiroishi
Kōhoku
History
April 1, 1889 - The village of Fukumo merges with the village of Ōmachi. January 1, 1936 - The village of Ōmachi gains town status.
Economy
Agricultural Products: Rice, barley, cucumbers, strawberries, and chickens. There was a coal mine which operated until 1960.
