was a town located in
Jinseki District,
Hiroshima Prefecture,
Japan
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As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 3,089 and a population density of 31.51 persons per km². The total area of Yuki was 98.02 km².
["町の歴史". 広島県神石高原町. Retrieved 2024-02-28.] Yuki was well known for its sake and miso production, especially from the local Shinrai and Shinryu establishments, which were notable for their craftsmanship and traditional brewing methods.
[Jinseki Kogen Municipal Jinseki Folk Museum , The Official Guide to Hiroshima - Travel and Tour Information. Dive-Hiroshima.com. Retrieved October 29, 2024.]
On November 5, 2004, Yuki, along with the towns of
Jinseki and
Sanwa, and the village of
Toyomatsu (all from Jinseki District), was merged to create the town of
Jinsekikōgen.
History and Culture
The region around Yuki has a history deeply connected to agricultural traditions and the production of local goods, such as sake and miso. These products, particularly those from Shinrai and Shinryu, are widely recognized within Hiroshima Prefecture for their quality and traditional production methods.
The cultural heritage of the area is preserved at the Jinseki Folk Museum, where visitors can explore exhibits on the history of the Jinseki District, including items from the
Jomon period and traditional folk tools. The museum also displays artifacts from the
Taishakukyo Kannondo Cave Ruins nearby, providing insights into the ancient history of the region.
Mergers
On November 5, 2004, as part of Japan's nationwide municipality mergers (平成の大合併, ''Heisei no Daigappei''), Yuki was merged with other neighboring municipalities—Jinseki, Sanwa, and Toyomatsu—to form Jinsekikōgen.
This merger aimed to streamline administrative functions and promote regional development.
See also
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Jinsekikōgen, Hiroshima
is a List of towns in Japan, town located in Jinseki District, Hiroshima, Jinseki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. , the town had an estimated population of 8,166 in 3781 households, and a population density of 21 persons per km2 in 7,269 h ...
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Jinseki District, Hiroshima
is a district located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. The district has an estimated population
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References
External links
Official website of Jinsekikogen(in Japanese)
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Dissolved municipalities of Hiroshima Prefecture
Jinsekikōgen, Hiroshima
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