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Niimi (新見市, Niimi-shi) is a city located in northwestern Okayama Prefecture, Japan.

As of March 31, 2017, the city has an estimated population of 30,583 (14,628 males, 15,955 females), with 12,857 households and a population density of 39 persons per km².[1] The total area is 793.27 km². Niimi is located on the upper reaches of the Takahashi River (110.7 kilometres (68.8 mi).[2][3][4]

History

Niimi was known as early as the Heian period (794 – 1185). A shōen manorial estate called Niimi-shō' occupied much of the area of present-day Niimi. Niimi, due to its location on the Takashi River, became an important center of inland trade.[4] In the Sengoku period (1467 – 1573) the Seki clan controlled the area, and established the Niimi Domain.[4] The modern city of Niimi was founded on June 1, 1954.

On March 31, 2005, Niimi absorbed the towns of Ōsa, Shingō, Tessei and Tetta (all from Atetsu District) to become a larger and expanded Niimi.[3]

Attractions

Niimi is known for its limestone caves.[3] They include:

  • Rashomon Stone Arch Gate
    Rashomon Stone Arch Gate
  • Ikurado Cave
    Ikurado Cave
  • Makido Cave
    Makido Cave
  • Niimi Museum
    Niimi Museum

Economy

Niimi was historically known for its iron sand quarries and the production of wagyu beef.[4] The principle industries in modern Niimi are limestone quarrying, cement production,[5] forestry, and tourism. Yamasa Company, Ltd., a producer of pachinko slot machines, is headquartered in the city.[6] Farms in Niimi produce tobacco, peaches, and beef.[5] A black tea plantation is also being trialled here.[7]

Education

The city is served by Niimi Kōritsu Tanki Daigaku, known in English as Niimi College.

Transportation

Rail

Niimi is an important railway center.[5] The city is served by three JR West lines, and all meet at Niimi Station.

Bus

Highway

Sister/Friendship cities

Niimi maintains the following Sister/Friendship Cities.

References

  1. ^ "Official website of Niimi city" (in Japanese). Japan: Niimi City. Retrieved 12 April 2017.
  2. ^ "高梁川" [Takahashi River]. Kokushi Daijiten (in Japanese). Tokyo: Shogakukan. 2012. OCLC 683276033. Archived from the original on August 25, 2007. Retrieved 2012-08-21. {{cite encyclopedia}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  3. ^ a b c "新見" [Niimi]. Dijitaru Daijisen (in Japanese). Tokyo: Shogakukan. 2012. OCLC 56431036. Archived from the original on August 25, 2007. Retrieved 2012-08-21. {{cite encyclopedia}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  4. ^ a b c d "新見" [Niimi]. Kokushi Daijiten (in Japanese). Tokyo: Shogakukan. 2012. OCLC 683276033. Archived from the original on August 25, 2007. Retrieved 2012-08-21. {{cite encyclopedia}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  5. ^ a b c "Niimi". Encyclopedia of Japan. Tokyo: Shogakukan. 2012. Archived from the original on August 25, 2007. Retrieved 2012-03-06. {{cite encyclopedia}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  6. ^ 山佐株式会社 Template:Ja icon
  7. ^ http://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/videos/20161102113552065/
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