Langfang
Langfang City is under the direct control of Hebei Province, and is located between Beijing and Tianjin City, approximately 50 km from either city.
Its population is 3.72 million (300,000 for the urban area) in a total area of 6,429km2. Its major industry is agriculture, and it is a highly productive food base for Beijing and Tianjin City.
Light industry and machine industry are well developed and many Japanese companies have made inroads. In addition, favorable conditions are available to many industries, as industries in various fields including electronics, food processing and construction materials are developed and mineral resources such as oil, coal, and natural gas are rich.
Langfang City, which has adopted the slogan “Scientific Research/Cultural City,” has 24 public research institutes, 34 universities and professional schools, 209 high schools and junior high schools, and 2,735 elementary schools.

