Kikuyo

Located in central Kumamoto Prefecture, Kikuyō extends across 37.46 square kilometers with the Shirakawa River flowing through its southern section and the Horikawa River in the north.

Three villages named Tsuda, Haramizu, and Shirasui merged on April 1, 1955, forming Kikuyō village, which later gained town status on January 1, 1969.

The town maintains six elementary schools and two junior high schools, reflecting its commitment to education while preserving local Japanese traditions through festivals.

Haramizu and Sanrigi train stations on the JR Kyushu Hōhi Main Line provide transportation access, while National Routes 57 and 443 connect the town to surrounding regions.

The semiconductor industry transformed Kikuyō's economy since the 1980s, with multiple manufacturers establishing production facilities alongside traditional carrot farming.

Location: Kumamoto Prefecture

Location: Kikuchi district

Inception: April 1, 1955

Website: https://www.town.kikuyo.lg.jp/

Shares border with: Nishihara, Ozu, Kumamoto, Koshi, Mashiki

Website: https://town.kikuyo.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 32.86253,130.82867

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:54