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Noda is a Japanese surname and place name. It is written with the kanji 野田, typically interpreted as “field” (野) and “paddy/field” (田), a toponymic form referring to farmland and settlements near it.

As a surname, Noda is borne by many people of Japanese descent both in Japan and in the global diaspora. A notable bearer is Yoshihiko Noda (野田佳彦), who served as Prime Minister of Japan from 2011 to 2012.

Noda also names several locations in Japan. The best-known is Noda City (野田市), in Chiba Prefecture, located northeast of Tokyo; the same kanji composition is used for the place name. The name appears in other municipalities and districts as well, often reflecting historical farmland in the area.

In modern usage, Noda appears in geographic markers, personal names, and cultural references within Japan, reflecting its origins as a toponym tied to agricultural landscapes.

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