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Sobo-Katamuki Quasi-National Park
was a Quasi-National Park in Ōita and Miyazaki Prefectures, Japan. It was in 2017 incorporated in to the Sobo, Katamuki and Okue Biosphere Reserve. Established in 1965, the park derived its name from Mount Sobo () and (). The Quasi-National Park borders two homonymous Prefectural Parks, namely the Sobo Katamuki Prefectural Natural Park (Ōita) and Sobo Katamuki Prefectural Natural Park (Miyazaki). Related municipalities * Miyazaki: Gokase, Hinokage, Nobeoka, Takachiho * Ōita: Bungo-ōno, Saiki, Taketa See also * List of national parks of Japan and in Japan are places of scenic beauty designated for protection and sustainable usage by the Minister of the Environment under the of 1957. National Parks are designated and in principle managed by the Ministry of the Environment. Quasi-Nat ... References External links Map of Sobo-Katamuki Quasi-National Park (Miyazaki Prefecture) National parks of Japan Parks and gardens in Ōita Prefecture Parks and ga ...
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Mount Sobo
is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains. The mountain lies on the border of Taketa and Bungo-ōno in Ōita Prefecture and Takachiho, Nishiusuki District in Miyazaki Prefecture. It is within the Sobo, Katamuki and Okue Biosphere Reserve. Mount Sobo is the highest peak in Miyazaki Prefecture and in Ōita Prefecture only the middle peak of Mount Kujū is higher. The Sobo Mountain range extends into three prefectures: Ōita, Miyazaki and Kumamoto. Because of the volcanic activity which formed the mountain, huge rocks can be found everywhere around the mountain. There is a great variety of mountain climbing routes, ranging from animal trails to well maintained paths. Courses ae available from relaxed hiking for enjoyment to cliff climbing routes aimed at advanced climbers. Steep rock climbing routes can be seen from all trails in the neighbourhood of the summit. The surroundings of Mount Sobo abound in mineral resources which were mined from the Edo period to the mid-Shōw ...
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Gokase, Miyazaki
is a town in Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. , the town had an estimated population of 3,537 and a density of 20.6 persons per km². The total area is 171.73 km². Much of the population work as farmers and fisherman, producing sansai and seema. Geography Climate Gokase has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification ''Cfa'') with hot, humid summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature in Takachiho is . The average annual rainfall is with June as the wettest month. The temperatures are highest on average in August, at around , and lowest in January, at around . The highest temperature ever recorded in Takachiho was on 19 August 2020; the coldest temperature ever recorded was on 21 February 1983. Demographics Per Japanese census data, the population of Gokase in 2020 is 3,472 people. Gokase has been conducting censuses since 1920. Transportation There are no train stations in Gokase and the nearest station is Takamori ...
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Parks And Gardens In Miyazaki Prefecture
A park is an area of natural, semi-natural or planted space set aside for human enjoyment and recreation or for the protection of wildlife or natural habitats. Urban parks are green spaces set aside for recreation inside towns and cities. National parks and country parks are green spaces used for recreation in the countryside. State parks and provincial parks are administered by sub-national government states and agencies. Parks may consist of grassy areas, rocks, soil and trees, but may also contain buildings and other artifacts such as monuments, fountains or playground structures. Many parks have fields for playing sports such as baseball and football, and paved areas for games such as basketball. Many parks have trails for walking, biking and other activities. Some parks are built adjacent to bodies of water or watercourses and may comprise a beach or boat dock area. Urban parks often have benches for sitting and may contain picnic tables and barbecue grills. The largest ...
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Parks And Gardens In Ōita Prefecture
A park is an area of natural, semi-natural or planted space set aside for human enjoyment and recreation or for the protection of wildlife or natural habitats. Urban parks are green spaces set aside for recreation inside towns and cities. National parks and country parks are green spaces used for recreation in the countryside. State parks and provincial parks are administered by sub-national government states and agencies. Parks may consist of grassy areas, rocks, soil and trees, but may also contain buildings and other artifacts such as monuments, fountains or playground structures. Many parks have fields for playing sports such as baseball and football, and paved areas for games such as basketball. Many parks have trails for walking, biking and other activities. Some parks are built adjacent to bodies of water or watercourses and may comprise a beach or boat dock area. Urban parks often have benches for sitting and may contain picnic tables and barbecue grills. The largest ...
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National Parks Of Japan
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Taketa, Ōita
is a city located in Ōita Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on March 31, 1954. On April 1, 2005, the towns of Kujū, Naoiri and Ogi (all from Naoiri District) were also merged into Taketa. As of March 31, 2017, the city has an estimated population of 22,661, with 10,393 households and a population density of 47 persons per km². The total area is 477.59 km². Oka Castle is a famous local historic site. Geography Climate Taketa has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification ''Cfa'') with hot summers and cool winters. Precipitation is significant throughout the year, but is somewhat lower in winter. The average annual temperature in Taketa is . The average annual rainfall is with June as the wettest month. The temperatures are highest on average in August, at around , and lowest in January, at around . The highest temperature ever recorded in Taketa was on 15 August 2020; the coldest temperature ever recorded was on 10 February 1984. Demographi ...
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Saiki, Ōita
is a city located in Ōita Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on April 29, 1941. On March 3, 2005, Saiki merged with the towns of Kamae, Kamiura, Tsurumi, Ume and Yayoi, and the villages Honjō, Naokawa and Yonōzu (all from Minamiamabe District) to create the new and expanded Saiki City. Minamiamabe District was dissolved as a result of this merger. As of March 2017, the new city has an estimated population of 73,546 (former city, 2003: 49,183) and a population density of 81 persons per km2. The total area is 903.44 km2, making it the largest city by area in Kyushu. Geography Climate Saiki has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification ''Cfa'') with hot summers and cool winters. Precipitation is significant throughout the year, but is somewhat lower in winter. The average annual temperature in Saiki is . The average annual rainfall is with September as the wettest month. The temperatures are highest on average in August, at around , and lowes ...
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Takachiho, Miyazaki
is a List of towns in Japan, town in Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. As of October 1, 2019, the town has an estimated population of 11,959 and a density of 50.3 persons per km². The total area is 237.54 km². Geography Takachiho is in the northernmost part of Miyazaki Prefecture, bordering Kumamoto Prefecture on its north and northwest sides and Ōita Prefecture on its north and northeast sides. The Gokase River flows from the west to the southeast part of town. The heart of the town is at its center, around the now-defunct Takachiho Station and the business office of Takachiho Kotsu, the town's public transportation company. Takachiho Gorge, in the southern part of town, is fairly famous as a tourist attraction. Takachiho is about 120 km northwest of the prefectural capital of Miyazaki, Miyazaki, Miyazaki and about 80 km southeast of the city of Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Kumamoto. Due to no public transportation faciliti ...
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Nobeoka, Miyazaki
is a city located in the north of Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. As of June 1, 2019, the city has an estimated population of 119,521 and a population density of 138 persons per km². The total area is . History The city was officially founded on February 11, 1933, after it gained city status. During World War II, it was one of the most important centers of military explosives in Japan. On the night of June 28-29th, 1945, 117 United States B-29s fire-bombed the city, destroying 1.35 square km, or 36% of the city. On July 16, 1945, 33 US B-24s bombed the bridges in around the city, severing the strategically important Nippō Main Line railway. On February 20, 2006, Nobeoka absorbed the towns of Kitakata and Kitaura (both from Higashiusuki District). On March 31, 2007, the town of Kitagawa (also from Higashiusuki District) was also merged into Nobeoka. Geography Climate Nobeoka has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification ''Cfa''), which is hot and humid i ...
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Hinokage, Miyazaki
is a town located in Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. As of October 1, 2019, the town has an estimated population of 3,656 and a density of 13.2 persons per km². The total area is 277.67 km². Located next to the religio-historically significant town of Takachiho, Hinokage is known primarily for its three large bridges, traditional Kagura dances, and the work of Kazuo Hiroshima, a traditional weaver of bamboo baskets. Like many districts in rural Japan, the area has been struggling with an aging population and an exodus of young people to Tokyo and other major cities. The town's population peaked in the 1950s at 16,199 people, (Cort & Nakamura, 1994) but has steadily declined since the closure of the Mitate mine in March, 1970. (記念編纂部会, 1997) Between 2000 and 2005 four area elementary and middle schools were closed, and more closures are planned in the future. The region was heavily damaged in the September, 2005 Typhoon Nabi Typhoon Nabi ...
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Sobo Katamuki Prefectural Natural Park (Miyazaki)
was a Prefectural Natural Park in northern Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. In 2017 it was incorporated into the Sobo, Katamuki and Okue Biosphere Reserve. Established in 1958, the park spanned the municipalities of Hinokage, Nobeoka, and Takachiho. The park encompasses the Gokasho plateau, stretches of the Hinokage and Mōnose rivers, and . See also * National Parks of Japan * Sobo-Katamuki Quasi-National Park * Sobo Katamuki Prefectural Natural Park (Ōita) was a Prefectural Natural Park in southern Ōita Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1951, the park spanned the municipalities of Bungo-ōno, Saiki, and Taketa. In 2017 it was incorporated into the Sobo, Katamuki and Okue Biosphere Reserve. S ... References External links *Map of Sobo Katamuki Prefectural Natural Park Parks and gardens in Miyazaki Prefecture Protected areas established in 1958 1958 establishments in Japan {{Japan-protected-area-stub ...
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