Aya, Miyazaki

Aya (綾町, Aya-chō) is a town located in Higashimorokata District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.

Aya

綾町
Town
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Location of Aya in Miyazaki Prefecture
Aya
Location in Japan
Coordinates: 32°1′15″N 131°13′8″E
CountryJapan
RegionKyushu
PrefectureMiyazaki Prefecture
DistrictHigashimorokata
Government
 • MayorMinoru Maeda
Area
 • Total95.19 km2 (36.75 sq mi)
Population
 (October 1, 2019)
 • Total7,023
 • Density74/km2 (190/sq mi)
Symbols
 • TreeLaurel forest
Time zoneUTC+9 (JST)
Websitewww.town.aya.miyazaki.jp/ayatown/

As of October 1, 2019, the town has an estimated population of 7,023 and the density of 73.8 persons per km². The total area is 95.19 km².

Aya's town constitution gives it one of the tightest recycling policies in Japan. It is included into Aya Biosphere Reserve transition zone.[1]

Aya is also home to Aya Castle.

Geography

Neighbouring municipalities

Economy

Aya is the most famous place in Miyazaki for wine making. Most people depend on the winery as a profession. There is a winery for tourists to visit in area.

Important festivals and events

Aya has several festivals in the course of the year.

  • In March, they have the Cherry Blossom festival. (Sakuraokosi)
  • In November, they have a horse race.
  • Also in November, they have a 'Making of Aya' festival.

Transportation

Aya did not have any national routes and train stations that passes through the town. The closest airport to Aya is Miyazaki Airport.

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References
  1. "UNESCO - MAB Biosphere Reserves Directory". 5 June 2016. Archived from the original on 5 June 2016.
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