Itoshima, Fukuoka

Itoshima
Itoshima; 糸島市
	City
	Flag
	Location of Itoshima in Fukuoka Prefecture
	Itoshima Location in Japan
	Coordinates: 33°33′14″N 130°11′52″E
Country	Japan
Region	Kyushu
Prefecture	Fukuoka Prefecture
Government
• Mayor	Yuuji Tsukigata (since February, 2014)
Area
• Total	216.12 km2 (83.44 sq mi)
Population (April 2018)
• Total	96,540
• Density	464.11/km2 (1,202.0/sq mi)
Symbols
• Tree	Maple
• Flower	Hibiscus hamabo
Time zone	UTC+9 (JST)
City hall address	1-1-1 Maebaru-nishi, Itoshima-shi, Fukuoka-ken; 819-1192
Website	www.city.itoshima.lg.jp

Itoshima (糸島市, Itoshima-shi) is a city located in western Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.

As of April 2018, the city has an estimated population of 96,540, with 34,685 households and a population density of 454 persons per km². The total area is 216.12 km².[1]

The modern city of Itoshima was established on January 1, 2010, from the merger of the city of Maebaru and the towns of Shima and Nijo (both from Itoshima district).

view of Itoshima from Shiraito Falls

Terraced fields in Itoshima

Futamigaura torii

Geography

The city contains several mountains, islands and moderately populated low-lying areas. Its highest point is Mt. Rai. It is bordered by Fukuoka to the east, the Genkai Sea to the north, and the Sefuri mountains to the south.

Culture & Tourism

Itoshima is known for its seaside resorts, beaches, and natural beauty. It is a popular site for surfing and hiking. A summer music festival, SUNSET LIVE, takes place each year.

Adjacent municipalities

Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Saga, Saga
Karatsu, Saga

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References

"糸島市統計". April 27, 2018. Retrieved November 27, 2018.

External links

Itoshima City official website (in Japanese)

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[1] "糸島市統計". April 27, 2018. Retrieved November 27, 2018.