Kitamuro district, Administrative district in Mie Prefecture, Japan
Description
Kitamuro is a district in Mie Prefecture that encompasses rural countryside with Kihoku as its main town. The landscape is dominated by forests and hills typical of this part of central Japan.
History
The district formed during the Meiji period as a reorganization of the former Muro District from Kii Province. Throughout the 20th century, it experienced several administrative reorganizations, including mergers of towns and villages.
Culture
The district maintains Japanese administrative traditions through its designation as a gun, representing a historical subdivision between prefectures and municipalities in Japan.
Practical
The best time to explore is during milder months when mountain passes are easily accessible. Roads connect it well with neighboring regions, though the rural nature means having your own transport is helpful.
Did you know?
The district underwent multiple administrative changes throughout its history, culminating in the 2005 merger of Kiinagashima and Miyama towns to form present-day Kihoku.
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