Area 224.6 km² Local time Monday 3:23 AM | Region ChūgokuSan'in | |
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Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) Website www1.town.chizu.tottori.jp Weather 0°C, Wind SE at 6 km/h, 97% Humidity Points of interest Ishitani Residence, Suwa Shrine, Mitaki Dam | ||
Chizu (智頭町, Chizu-chō) is a town located in Yazu District, Tottori Prefecture, Japan.
Contents
- Map of Chizu Yazu District Tottori Prefecture Japan
- Notable Places
- Sister City
- Transportation
- References
Map of Chizu, Yazu District, Tottori Prefecture, Japan
As of 2015, the town has an estimated population of 7,110. The total area is 224.61 km². The population has been steadily declining since the 1970s. Because of this decline, in March 2012 the town closed down six elementary schools and opened a single integrated school. There is also one junior high school and one agricultural and forestry high school.
The main industry in the area is logging, woodworking, tourism, and brewing.
Notable Places
Sister City
Since October 10, 1999 Chizu has maintained a sister city relationship with Yanggu County, Gangwon, South Korea.
Transportation
Chizu is accessible by train (Inbi Line and Chizu Express), road, and bus.
References
Chizu, Tottori Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA