Iwafune district, Administrative district in Niigata Prefecture, Japan.
The district consists of two villages, Awashimaura and Sekikawa, covering a total area of 309 square kilometers along the Sea of Japan coast.
Iwafune district was formally established on April 9, 1879, during the early Meiji period administrative reforms of Japanese territorial divisions.
The region maintains connections to traditional Japanese agriculture, particularly in the cultivation of the premium Koshihikari rice variety throughout its territories.
The district operates with a population density of 18 persons per square kilometer, making it accessible for agricultural development and community planning.
Awashimaura village, within Iwafune district, occupies an entire island in the Sea of Japan, creating distinct maritime administrative boundaries.
Location: Niigata Prefecture
Inception: April 9, 1879
GPS coordinates: 38.06100,139.60000
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:53
Shibata Castle
26.8 km
Murakami Castle
20.3 km
Château de Torisaka
14.4 km
Mount Eburisashi
13.2 km
Nakajo Toll booth
20.9 km
Hirabayashi Castle
14.3 km
Iyoboya Hall
21.7 km
Ijimino Park
25.4 km
Jōnoyama Kofun
20 km
Green Stadium Shibata
25.4 km
イクネスしばた
26.7 km
赤芝峡
10.6 km
Ijimino Ochaya
26.2 km
Catholic Shibata Church
26.8 km
Okuyama shōjōkan
15.6 km
Former Prefectural Governor's Mansion Memorial Museum
26.2 km
大輪寺
16.8 km
浄念寺
21.2 km
旭橋
18.2 km
Yamamoto Site
19.5 km
経王寺
21.2 km
妙法寺
21.3 km
長法寺
21.2 km
荒川橋
14.9 km
本證寺
20.8 km
Tainai Shinran
22.6 km
乙寶寺
18.5 km
Mount Ninoji
20 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes