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Revision as of 04:17, 13 April 2016
Himi (氷見市, Himi-shi) is a city in western Toyama Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on August 1, 1952.
As of June 1, 2011, the city has an estimated population of 52,721, with 17,331 households and a population density of 228.80 persons per km². The total area is 230.47 km².
History
Himi Prefecture was founded on April 1, 1889 [明治22年], with the merger of the governing systems of various towns and villages, and was officially dubbed "Himi Prefecture" on March 29, 1896 [明治29年].
In 1940, Himi extended to include 2 more towns. Again in 1952, Himi Prefecture acquired 3 other towns to further extend its boundaries, and in 1953, Himi acquired 2 more towns. Finally in 1954, Himi became the region as it is defined today.
Points of interest
- Himi Seaside Botanical Garden
- Himi Banya[1]
- Shimao Seaside Park
- Ozakai Cave
See also
External links
Media related to Himi, Toyama at Wikimedia Commons
- Himi City official website Template:Ja icon
- Himi City official website Template:En icon
- Takaoka/Himi Travel Guide Template:En icon
- Himi Guide Template:En icon
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