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Satosho, Administrative town in Asakuchi District, Okayama Prefecture, Japan

Description

Satosho is a town in Okayama Prefecture in southwestern Japan. The municipality has both flat plains and forested hills, with residential areas, farmland, and small industrial zones distributed across the landscape.

History

The town formed in 1905 from the merger of Satomi and Shinjō villages. It was officially established as a town in 1950 during Japan's post-war municipal reorganization.

Culture

The local economy maintains traditional agricultural practices while integrating modern food processing facilities and electronics manufacturing establishments throughout the region.

Practical

The town is accessible by the San'yō Main Line railway, which connects to larger cities like Kurashiki and Fukuyama. Visitors will find a quiet setting with a mix of farm areas and small local businesses.

Did you know?

Since 2006, it has been the sole municipality in the entire Asakuchi District. This distinction sets it apart within the regional administrative structure of Okayama.

Inception
April 1, 1905
Reference
334456
Shares border with
Kasaoka, Asakuchi
GPS coordinates
34.51375,133.55686
Latest update
December 20, 2025 13:56

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