Meiwa Town, Oura District, is located in the southeastern part of Gunma Prefecture. As the closest town to Tokyo in Gunma, many commuters and students to the city. Furthermore, the town's large industrial complex provides a significant financial resource, making it a non-subsidized organization. Its financial strength index is 1.11. Showa Town is located on the flat land characteristic of the Kanto Plain, and the banks of the Tone River are said to be the highest point in the town. Jomon period remains have been unearthed at the Yajima Ruins, suggesting that people have lived here and culture has developed since this period. Currently, a new culture is nurturing around the Hometown Square, which was developed as part of the Hometown Revitalization Project. Local specialties include pears, Kyoho grapes, peaches, and cyclamen.