Tsushima, Ehime
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Tsushima (津島町 Tsushima-chō?) is a former town of Japan located in Kitauwa District, Ehime Prefecture. On August 1, 2005, the town merged into the city of Uwajima.
As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 13,284 and a density of 60.10 persons per km². The total area was 221.05 km².
Tsushima is known for the Iwamatsu River and the festival they have each year where people eat tiny, live fish.
They are also known for pearl farming and fish farming as well as being part of the prefecture's mikan growing industry.
Nanryakuen Park is a beautiful place to go for a walk when you're there. There's also a children's amusement area called Playland across the street.
[edit] External links
- Uwajima official website in Japanese
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