Asakuchi district

Asakuchi is a district in western Okayama Prefecture characterized by rural communities and agricultural land. The area consists of rolling terrain dotted with rice paddies and small towns that maintain a traditional countryside character.

The area was structured as an administrative district during the Meiji era and underwent significant consolidation in the 2000s. A major reorganization took place when several municipalities joined to form a new city, reshaping the region's administrative boundaries.

The district maintains connections with neighboring regions through shared traditions, festivals, and agricultural practices that reflect local Japanese customs.

The district is connected to other areas of the prefecture through various roads and local routes. Traveling by car is recommended since public transportation options are limited in the more remote parts.

Several municipalities within the original district merged in 2006 to form Asakuchi City, leaving Satosho as the sole remaining town in the district.

Location: Okayama Prefecture

Inception: September 29, 1878

GPS coordinates: 34.51433,133.55609

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:26