Miyazaki Prefecture
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Prefectures of Japan
The prefectures of Japan are the country's 47 subnational jurisdictions: one "metropolis" , Tokyo; one "circuit" , Hokkaidō; two urban prefectures , Osaka and Kyoto; and 43 other prefectures . In Japanese, they are commonly referred to as...
of Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
located on the island of Kyushu
Kyushu
is the third largest island of Japan and most southwesterly of its four main islands. Its alternate ancient names include , , and . The historical regional name is referred to Kyushu and its surrounding islands....
. The capital is the city of Miyazaki
Miyazaki, Miyazaki
is the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyūshū in Japan. Located on the coast and perforated by several rivers, Miyazaki City enjoys scenic views of both ocean and nearby, verdant mountains...
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History
Historically, after the Meiji RestorationMeiji Restoration
The , also known as the Meiji Ishin, Revolution, Reform or Renewal, was a chain of events that restored imperial rule to Japan in 1868...
, Hyūga Province
Hyuga Province
was an old province of Japan on the east coast of Kyūshū, corresponding to the modern Miyazaki Prefecture. It was sometimes called or . Hyūga bordered on Bungo, Higo, Ōsumi, and Satsuma Province.The ancient capital was near Saito.-Historical record:...
was renamed Miyazaki Prefecture.
In May 2010 the Governor declared a state of emergency
State of emergency
A state of emergency is a governmental declaration that may suspend some normal functions of the executive, legislative and judicial powers, alert citizens to change their normal behaviours, or order government agencies to implement emergency preparedness plans. It can also be used as a rationale...
because of an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.http://www.nhk.or.jp/daily/english/18_23.html
Geography
Miyazaki Prefecture is located on the eastern coast of the island of Kyushu. Surrounded by the Pacific OceanPacific Ocean
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to the south and east, Ōita Prefecture
Oita Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan on Kyūshū Island. The prefectural capital is the city of Ōita.- History :Around the 6th century Kyushu consisted of four regions: Tsukushi-no-kuni 筑紫国, Hi-no-kuni 肥国, and Toyo no kuni...
to the north, and Kumamoto
Kumamoto Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan located on Kyushu Island. The capital is the city of Kumamoto.- History :Historically the area was called Higo Province; and the province was renamed Kumamoto during the Meiji Restoration. The creation of prefectures was part of the abolition of the feudal system...
and Kagoshima
Kagoshima Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyushu. The capital is the city of Kagoshima.- Geography :Kagoshima Prefecture is located at the southwest tip of Kyushu and includes a chain of islands stretching further to the southwest for a few hundred kilometers...
Prefectures to the west. It is one of only two locations on Earth where the fungus Chorioactis geaster
Chorioactis geaster
Chorioactis is a genus of fungus that contains the single species Chorioactis geaster; the mushroom is commonly known as the devil’s cigar or the Texas star in the United States, while in Japan it is called ....
is found.
Cities
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Kushima, Miyazaki is a city located in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 22,727 and the density of 77.06 persons per km²... Miyakonojo, Miyazaki is a city located in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.The city was founded on April 1, 1924. On January 1, 2006 the towns of Takajō, Takazaki, Yamada and Yamanokuchi merged into the city. As of 2008, the city has an estimated population of 169,384 and a population density of 259 per km²... Miyazaki, Miyazaki is the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyūshū in Japan. Located on the coast and perforated by several rivers, Miyazaki City enjoys scenic views of both ocean and nearby, verdant mountains... (capital) |
Nichinan, Miyazaki is a city in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on January 1, 1950. As of November 1, 2009, the city has an estimated population of 57,866 and a population density of 108 persons per km². The city's total area is 536.12 km².... Nobeoka, Miyazaki is the northernmost city located in Miyazaki, Japan.-Population:As of the January 1, 2008 merger, the city has an estimated population of 130,435 and a population density of 150 persons per km². The total area is 867.97 km².-History:... Saito, Miyazaki is a city located in Miyazaki, Japan.As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 34,676 and the density of 79.07 persons per km². The total area is 438.56 km².The agricultural products of Saito include green peppers, cucumbers and sweet corn... |
Districts
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Koyu District, Miyazaki Koyu is a district located in Miyazaki, Japan.As of 2003, the district has an estimated population of 78,392 and the density of 109.52 persons per km². The total area is 715.80 km².-Towns and villages:*Kawaminami*Kijō*Nishimera...
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Nishimorokata District, Miyazaki Nishimorokata is a district located in Miyazaki, Japan.Following the March 23, 2010 Nojiri merger the district consists of the single town of Takaharu. After the merger, the district has an estimated population of 9,887 and a density of 116 persons per km²...
Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Nishiusuki is a district located in Miyazaki, Japan.As of 2003, the district has an estimated population of 25,479 and the density of 37.10 persons per km². The total area is 686.77 km².-Towns and villages:*Gokase*Hinokage*Takachiho...
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Sports
The sports teams listed below are based in Miyazaki.Football (soccer)
- Honda Lock S.C.Honda Lock S.C.are a Japanese football club based in Miyazaki, the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture. They play in the Japan Football League. Their team colour is red.-History:...
(Miyazaki cityMiyazaki, Miyazakiis the capital city of Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyūshū in Japan. Located on the coast and perforated by several rivers, Miyazaki City enjoys scenic views of both ocean and nearby, verdant mountains...
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Basketball (Bj League
Bj league
The bj league is a professional basketball league in Japan that began on November 5, 2005. The ten team league is divided into two conferences, the Eastern Conference, and the Western Conference. It had its inaugural All-Star game in 2006. One of its major sponsors is Spalding.The bj league...
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- Miyazaki Shining Suns (Miyazaki City)
Train
- JR Kyushu
- Nippō Main LineNippo Main Lineframe|Nippō Main LineThe is a railway line in Kyūshū, in southern Japan. Part of the Kyushu Railway Company system, it follows the east coast of the island. The line originates at Kokura Station in Kokura, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka...
, Miyazaki Kūkō LineMiyazaki Kuko Lineis a railway line in Japan. Part of the JR Kyushu, it connects Tayoshi Station in Miyazaki, Miyazaki Prefecture with Miyazaki Airport. Trains continue to Minami-Miyazaki Station and Miyazaki Station in the city center and further on the Nippō Main Line....
, Nichinan LineNichinan LineThe is a railway line on Kyūshū, running from Minami-Miyazaki Station in Miyazaki, Miyazaki Prefecture to terminal of Shibushi Station in Shibushi, Kagoshima Prefecture.-The line's data:*Operator：JR Kyūshū*Distance ：88.9 km*Gauge：1067 mm...
, Kitto LineKitto LineThe is a railway line on Kyūshū, Japan. It originates in Yoshimatsu Station in Yūsui, Kagoshima Prefecture and ends at Miyakonojō Station in Miyakonojō, Miyazaki Prefecture...
, Hisatsu Line
- Nippō Main Line