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- He has worked as a visiting scholar at Michael Jordan's alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), from September 2012 to August 2013, and is familiar with US college basketball (NCAA) and the NBA. He is Japanese and also familiar with Japan basketball and B.LEAGUE (Japan).
- He is presently working as CTO at Guarantee Happiness LLC in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States (the town where UNC is located) from January 2020 and as CEO and CTO of Japanese Tar Heel, Inc. in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States from June 2022. He is familiar with the latest basketball in United States.
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- He played basketball in junior high and high school, and was in the top 8 in Chiba Prefecture in junior high school and in the top 16 in Chiba Prefecture in high school (Japan). He has experience playing American basketball with UNC students and North Carolina locals.
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Murphy
Murphy is the town with the county seat of "Cherokee County" in westernmost North Carolina.
Murphy is also famous for its casino!
Located in the Appalachian Mountains, Murphy is known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreational activities, and relaxed small town atmosphere.
Murphy is characterized by the following.
- Natural Beauty: Murphy is surrounded by picturesque scenery including lush forests, rolling hills, and water features such as the Hiwassee River and the Appalachian Trail.
- Outdoor Activities: Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to do in and around Murphy. Activities such as hiking, fishing, boating, whitewater rafting, and camping are popular with locals and visitors alike.
- Small Town Charm: Murphy retains its small town charm with a friendly community, local stores, Southern restaurants, and regular community events celebrating the town's culture and heritage.
- Climate: Murphy's climate typically features mild winters and warm summers, making it an attractive year-round destination, especially for those who enjoy outdoor activities.
- Proximity to Nature: Murphy's location allows easy access to outdoor adventures in the surrounding Nantahala National Forest, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and other nearby natural attractions.
Overall, Murphy offers a peaceful and picturesque setting and is ideal for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet lifestyle amidst the beauty of nature.
Murphy is named for "Archibald Murphy," a North Carolina lawyer, jurist, and politician.
NOTE: He is not related to Joseph Murphy.
Archibald Murphy was a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC).
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5 Recommended Attractions in Murphy
Here are 5 recommended attractions in Murphy.
Murphy River Walk
Murphy River Walk is a 3miles (4.8km) loop trail near Murphy.
Murphy River Walk takes about one hour to complete the loop on foot.
Murphy River Walk is a very popular area for bird watching, fishing, and hiking.
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Fields of the Wood
Fields of the Wood is an attraction where you can experience a small part of the love and presence of the Lord "Jesus Christ" unfolding in beautiful marble and stone.
At Fields of the Wood, the Word of God is presented and preserved for future generations through the giant Ten Commandments and the Universal Cross that stretches across the mountainside from the top of the Prayer Mountain to the Baptismal Pool in the valley.
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Fire Creek Falls (Leatherwood Falls)
Fire Creek Falls (Leatherwood Falls) is a short waterfall in a small cove on The Fires Creek Rim Trail.
Fire Creek Falls is located almost directly in front of the Fires Creek Picnic Area picnic area.
NOTE: Fire Creek Falls is located in Hayesville, not Murphy.
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino is located at Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Hotel.
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino is one of the few places in North Carolina where you can play casino!
If you would like to know about Cherokee, which also has a casino in North Carolina, click the following.
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Hiwassee Dam
Hiwassee Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Hiwassee River in Cherokee County, North Carolina.
Hiwassee Dam is named for Hiwassee River (the name Hiwassee River comes from the Cherokee word for savanna (prairie)).
Hiwassee Dam is 307feet (94m) high.
Hiwassee Dam contains the 6,000acres (2,400ha) Lake Hiwassee, whose effluent is part of Appalachian Lake.
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Summary
We introduced Murphy, which is the town with the county seat of "Cherokee County" in westernmost North Carolina.
Murphy has many attractions, including a casino.
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