Himi, Toyama
| Himi 氷見市 | ||
|---|---|---|
| City | ||
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 Location of Himi in Toyama Prefecture | ||
  Himi Location in Japan | ||
| Coordinates: 36°51′N 136°59′E / 36.850°N 136.983°ECoordinates: 36°51′N 136°59′E / 36.850°N 136.983°E | ||
| Country | Japan | |
| Region | Chūbu (Hokuriku) | |
| Prefecture | Toyama Prefecture | |
| Government | ||
| • Mayor | Shigeru Toko (since March 1998) | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 230.47 km2 (88.98 sq mi) | |
| Population (June 1, 2011) | ||
| • Total | 52,731 | |
| • Density | 228.80/km2 (592.6/sq mi) | |
| Symbols | ||
| • Tree | Machilus thunbergii | |
| • Flower | Lilium | |
| Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) | |
| City hall address |
Marunouchi 1-1, Himi City, Toyama Prefecture (富山県氷見市丸の内１番１号) 935-8686 | |
| Website |
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Himi (氷見市 Himi-shi) is a city in western Toyama Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on August 1, 1952.
As of June 1, 2011, the city has an estimated population of 52,721, with 17,331 households and a population density of 228.80 persons per km². The total area is 230.47 km². Himi is known primarily for its fishing industry.
History
Himi Prefecture was founded on April 1, 1889 (Meiji 22), with the merger of the governing systems of various towns and villages, and was officially dubbed "Himi Prefecture" on March 29, 1896 (Meiji 29).
In 1940, Himi extended to include 2 more towns. Again in 1952, Himi Prefecture acquired 3 other towns to further extend its boundaries, and in 1953, Himi acquired 2 more towns. Finally in 1954, Himi became the region as it is defined today.
Regional Specialties
- Himi Udon
- Himi Buri
- Himi Beef
- Himi Iwashi
- Himi Curry
- Sushi
- Kintsuba
- Himi Hatomugi Tea
- Cold Yellowtail
Points of interest
- Himi Seaside Botanical Garden
- Himi Banya[1]
- Shimao Seaside Park
- Ozakai Cave
See also
References
External links
Media related to Himi, Toyama at Wikimedia Commons
- Himi City official website (Japanese)
- Himi City official website (English)
- Takaoka/Himi Travel Guide (English)
- Himi Guide (English)
