Komono, Mountain town in Mie Prefecture, Japan
Description
Komono is a municipality in Mie Prefecture in the northern section of the region, nestled between forested slopes and river valleys. The settlement area spreads along a central road axis with residential districts, rice paddies, and smaller commercial zones.
History
The Hijikata family administered the area from 1600 as a feudal domain of 12,000 koku, controlling local resources until the Meiji Restoration in 1871. After that, the administrative structure was reorganized during municipal reforms.
Culture
The name derives from the geographic position at the base of several mountains, reflecting the traditional connection residents maintain with nature. Local shrines and temples mark crossroads and village boundaries, serving as gathering points during religious festivals.
Practical
The Kintetsu Yunoyama railway line and the Shin-Meishin expressway connect the place with surrounding cities, facilitating day trips. Buses run between districts and provide access to hiking trails and viewpoints in the mountains.
Did you know?
The ropeway to Mount Gozaisho features gondolas with transparent floor segments, allowing passengers to see the landscape directly beneath their feet. This technical feature enables an uncommon viewing angle of forests and rock slopes during the ride.
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