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Unoshima, Fukuoka

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Unoshima (宇島町, Unoshima-machi) was a town located in Chikujō District, Fukuoka Prefecture. In March 1935, the town merged with the town of Hachiya and dissolved. The town is now part of the city of Buzen.

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Map of Unoshima, Buzen, Fukuoka Prefecture 828-0022, Japan

History

  • 1889 - Due to the municipal status enforcement, the town of Unoshima was formed within Kōge District.
  • 1896 - Tsuiki and Kōge Districts merged to form Chikujō District.
  • 1935 - Merged with the town of Hachiya to form the town of Hachiya. The town of Unoshima dissolves.
  • 1955 - The town of Hachiya and 8 villages merged to form the city of Unoshima. 4 days later, it was renamed to the city of Buzen.

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    Unoshima, Fukuoka Wikipedia
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