Kanoashi district, Administrative district in Shimane Prefecture, Japan
The Kanoashi district spans across 643 square kilometers of southwestern Shimane Prefecture, containing the towns of Tsuwano and Yoshika within its boundaries.
The district received its official administrative designation on January 12, 1879, during the period of governmental reforms following the Meiji Restoration in Japan.
The Taikodani Inari Shrine in Tsuwano maintains regular ceremonies where local residents participate in traditional archery demonstrations and seasonal celebrations.
The district has a population density of 28 people per square kilometer, with primary transportation access through regional railways and mountain roads.
The town of Tsuwano features water channels along its main street where hundreds of red and white koi fish swim through clear mountain water.
Location: Shimane Prefecture
Inception: January 12, 1879
GPS coordinates: 34.46000,131.88100
Latest update: March 30, 2025 06:11
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