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Shōzu district, Administrative district in Kagawa Prefecture, Japan

Shōzu district encompasses multiple islands in the Seto Inland Sea, including Shōdoshima and Teshima, covering an area of 169.97 square kilometers.

The district was formally established in December 1878 as part of Japan's administrative reorganization during the Meiji period modernization efforts.

The district maintains traditional agricultural practices, with extensive production of olives, soy sauce, citrus fruits, and grapes across its territories.

The district contains two main municipalities, Tonoshō and Shōdoshima, with a population of 34,714 residents as recorded in the 2020 census.

Located at coordinates 34.508°N and 134.269°E, the district includes several islands that form an integral part of the Seto Inland Sea landscape.

Location: Kagawa Prefecture

Inception: December 16, 1878

GPS coordinates: 34.50800,134.26900

Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:56

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