Country Japan District Chita (formerly) - Flower Azalea Population 84,589 (Nov 2011) Local time Monday 1:58 AM | Region Chūbu (Tōkai) - Tree Myrica rubra Area 45.76 km² Prefecture Aichi Prefecture | |
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Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) Weather 8°C, Wind N at 6 km/h, 91% Humidity Points of interest Shinmaiko Marine Park 新舞, Asahi Park, Chita City Museum, Daichiin, Okusa Park | ||
Chita (知多市, Chita-shi) is a city in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
Contents
- Map of Chita Aichi Prefecture Japan
- Geography
- Neighboring municipalities
- History
- Economy
- Rail
- Highways
- Sister city relations
- Local attractions
- Notable people from Chita
- References
Map of Chita, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
As of 2011, the town has an estimated population of 84,598 and a population density of 1850 persons per km². The total area is 45.76 km².
Geography
Chita is located in northwestern Chita Peninsula in southern Aichi Prefecture, and is bordered by Ise Bay to the east.
Neighboring municipalities
History
The town of Chita was established on April 1, 1955 by the merger of the former towns of Okada, Asahi and Yawata. Chita was elevated to city status on September 1, 1970.
Economy
Chita has a strong industrial base along its coastline, with electrical power plants, chemical and petrochemical plants and refineries predominating. The interior remains agricultural, with crops including Petasites japonicus and onions, although most agriculture is dependent on irrigation.