Shikokuchuo

The city extends over 421 square kilometers and maintains a population of 83,635 residents distributed across 28,876 households throughout its territory.

The region evolved from ancient Iyo Province, with archaeological findings confirming human settlements dating back more than 12,000 years in this area.

The local Kawanoe Castle, constructed in 1337 and reconstructed in 1988, represents the architectural and military heritage of the medieval period.

The municipality contains 18 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 3 high schools, providing education services for the local population.

Shikokuchūō leads Japan's paper production industry, with manufacturing traditions dating to 1750 when local craftsmen initiated washi paper creation.

Location: Ehime Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 2004

Shares border with: Niihama, Kan'onji, Miyoshi, Okawa, Tosa, Otoyo, Motoyama

Website: https://city.shikokuchuo.ehime.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.98072,133.54917

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22