Eigenji, Shiga
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Eigenji (永源寺町 Eigenji-chō) was a town located in Kanzaki District, Shiga, Japan. It is located at the western foot of Suzuka Mountains.
On February 11, 2005 Eigenji was merged with the town of Gokashō, also from Kanzaki District, the towns of Aitō and Kotō, both from Echi District, and the old city of Yōkaichi, to form the new city of Higashiōmi.
In 2003, the town had an estimated population of 6,194 and a density of 34.17 persons per km². The total area was 181.27 km².
The town was named after a famous temple Eigen-ji and it is a key spot for viewing the momiji leaves turn red in the autumn. Mountain villages in east of the town is famous for rare green tea and had been a base of traditional woodworkers since 9th century.
[edit] External links
- Eigenji Tourist Information Guide (Japanese)
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