Mima, Tokushima
Encyclopedia
is a city
located in Tokushima
, Japan
.
It was founded on March 1, 2005, when Mima District
was divided into the city of Mima and Mima District. The towns of Mima, Anabuki
, Waki
, and the village of Koyadaira
, became part of the city of Mima, while the towns of Handa, Sadamitsu, and the village of Ichiu
merged to form the town of Tsurugi, part of Mima District.
of 32,844 and a density
of 89.401 persons per km². The total area is 367.38 km². About 20.1% is inhabitable land.
. He is a famous horse born from a captive Mima Town mother and a wild father from Mount Tsurugi. He later belonged to Shogun Yoritomo and often makes appearances throughout history, such as in Tale of Heike, Genpei War
, and The Battle of Uji (1184)
(crossing the Uji River). Ikezuki's mother was buried at what is now Ikezuki Park. It is unsure whether Ikezuki is a factual or fictional character.
, featuring a traditional landscaped garden complete with a pond and stream. which is the oldest Jōdo Shinshū
Buddhist temple in Shikoku
. Anraku-ji features a full-blown Noh stage, hosting Noh and other such plays from the local Noh Appreciation Group. There’s also of the same movement, and Rinshō-ji.
The large tomb, to the east, is called the “Drum Tomb”. The mound itself measures 13 meters while the height and width inside measures 4.3 m and 3.4 m, respectively. Including the tunnel, the length of the mound is measured at 37 m.
The second tomb, to the west, is called the “Shelf Tomb”. Length is 20 m, height is 8.7 m, while height and width inside is 2.8 m and 2.0 m, respectively.
The house stood vacant for 30 years, before the Aokis, now living in Osaka, donated the house to its hometown, Mima.
The Aoki Residence is located on 3,590 m² of land, with a 2 m high wall surrounding it. The main building includes several old fashioned rooms, featuring both tatami and clay floors. There is also a two story warehouse and other small buildings.
Today, the Aoki Residence holds many events, including but not limited to gatherings of local residents and enthusiasts interested in pottery, indigo dye, flower arranging, dancing, shamisen, etc. It may even be used for wedding receptions.
is the second highest mountain in Shikoku and in Western Japan. It is bordered by the city of Mima, Mima District
, Naka District
and Miyoshi District
.
flows west-east through Mima. It is the second longest river in Shikoku, boasting a length of 194 km. It is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and rafting.
and Meiji
eras, Wakimachi prospered as an important distribution center of . The aizome season lasts from April to July and again from September to October.
is a variety of Western-style orchid. The orchid is one the most advanced plants in evolutionary history. Of these, the Cymbidium is one of the world’s most cultivated. The orchid blooms from late November to March.
is first harvested in late fall. It is a yellow fruit that is common around the Mt. Tsurugi area as the weather breaks into winter. In recent years, the local farmers in the Koyadaira area have been producing yuzu using organic compost, with little or no agricultural chemicals. Lately, the product has been diversified with products such as organic yuzu ponzu and so on.
) serve Mima. They are, in east-west order:
Municipalities of Japan
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located in Tokushima
Tokushima Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan located on Shikoku island. The capital is the city of Tokushima.- Tokushima Prefecture and Myodo Prefecture :Long ago, Tokushima City belonged to a region known as Myōdō-gun...
, Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
.
It was founded on March 1, 2005, when Mima District
Mima District, Tokushima
is a district located in Tokushima, Japan.As of 2010, the district has an estimated population of 10,543 and a density of 54.1 persons per km². The total area is 194.80 km².-Towns and villages:Two mergers left Mima District with a sole town:*Tsurugi...
was divided into the city of Mima and Mima District. The towns of Mima, Anabuki
Anabuki, Tokushima
was a town located in Mima District, Tokushima, Japan.On March 1, 2005 Anabuki was merged with the towns of Mima and Waki, and the village of Koyadaira, all from Mima District, to form the new city of Mima....
, Waki
Waki, Tokushima
was a town located in Mima District, Tokushima, Japan.On March 1, 2005 Waki was merged with the towns of Mima and Anabuki, and the village of Koyadaira, all from Mima District, to form the new city of Mima....
, and the village of Koyadaira
Koyadaira, Tokushima
was a village located in Mima District, Tokushima, Japan.On March 1, 2005 Koyadaira was merged with the towns of Mima , Anabuki, and Waki, all from Mima District, to form the new city of Mima....
, became part of the city of Mima, while the towns of Handa, Sadamitsu, and the village of Ichiu
Ichiu, Tokushima
was a village located in Mima District, Tokushima, Japan.On March 1, 2005 Ichiu was merged with the towns of Handa and Sadamitsu, all from Mima District, to form the new town of Tsurugi....
merged to form the town of Tsurugi, part of Mima District.
Geography
As of 2009, the city has an estimated populationPopulation
A population is all the organisms that both belong to the same group or species and live in the same geographical area. The area that is used to define a sexual population is such that inter-breeding is possible between any pair within the area and more probable than cross-breeding with individuals...
of 32,844 and a density
Population density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
of 89.401 persons per km². The total area is 367.38 km². About 20.1% is inhabitable land.
- Rivers: Yoshino RiverYoshino RiverThe Yoshino River is a river on the island of Shikoku, Japan. It is 194 km long and has a watershed of 3,750 km². It is the second longest river in Shikoku , and is the only river whose watershed spreads over the four prefectures of the island.It is regarded as one of the three greatest rivers of...
, Anabuki River, Sadamitsu River - Mountains: Mount TsurugiMount Tsurugi (Tokushima), meaning sword is a high mountain on the border of Miyoshi, Mima and Naka in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. This mountain is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains.- Outline :...
, Mount Nako - Climate
Name
The name Mima (美馬) is derived from two characters meaning "Beautiful Horse". Mima was once home to many horse breeders. Although breeders and keepers are not so common in present-day Mima, the history lives on today in art, local products, and such.Ikezuki
There is also the story of a famous horse named IkezukiIkezuki (horse)
Ikezuki is the name of a white horse that belonged to Shogun Yoritomo and also makes an appearance in the Tale of Heike, being ridden by Sasaki Takatsuna, as well as other appearances throughout the Genpei War....
. He is a famous horse born from a captive Mima Town mother and a wild father from Mount Tsurugi. He later belonged to Shogun Yoritomo and often makes appearances throughout history, such as in Tale of Heike, Genpei War
Genpei War
The was a conflict between the Taira and Minamoto clans during the late-Heian period of Japan. It resulted in the fall of the Taira clan and the establishment of the Kamakura shogunate under Minamoto Yoritomo in 1192....
, and The Battle of Uji (1184)
Battle of Uji (1184)
Minamoto no Yoshinaka tried to wrest power from his cousins Yoritomo and Yoshitsune, seeking to take command of the Clan. To that end, he sacked Kyoto, burning the Hōjūji Palace, kidnapping Emperor Go-Shirakawa and having himself named shogun...
(crossing the Uji River). Ikezuki's mother was buried at what is now Ikezuki Park. It is unsure whether Ikezuki is a factual or fictional character.
Udatsu Townscape
Straight from the Edo and Meiji Eras, Udatsu Townscape is a symbol of Wakimachi’s old days. Characteristic of the buildings are the presence of “Udatsu,” extensions of the roof that served as protection from the spread of fires. Udatsu were also symbols of fortune, and continue to proclaim the prosperity of the merchants even today. The charm of the old town continues to excite nostalgia, as the broadcast industry often features it in television dramas and commercials. The national government recognized Udatsu Street as an “Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings” in December 1988.Wakimachi and Odeon theaters
Originally constructed in 1934, Wakimachi Theater was a playhouse for Kabuki, Rōkyoku (storytelling accompanied with Shamisen music), and other such entertainment. In the post-WWII era, it became a movie theater, and was then closed in 1995. It was scheduled for demolition, but after Shōchiku Films decided to used it as a location in their famous film, “The Man Who Catches Rainbows,” it was brought back into the limelight. The theater underwent restoration in 1999.Teramachi
Teramachi, which means "Temple Village," has many temples constructed in a small area. There's , which was probably built during the Nara periodNara period
The of the history of Japan covers the years from AD 710 to 794. Empress Gemmei established the capital of Heijō-kyō . Except for 5 years , when the capital was briefly moved again, it remained the capital of Japanese civilization until Emperor Kammu established a new capital, Nagaoka-kyō, in 784...
, featuring a traditional landscaped garden complete with a pond and stream. which is the oldest Jōdo Shinshū
Jodo Shinshu
, also known as Shin Buddhism, is a school of Pure Land Buddhism. It was founded by the former Tendai Japanese monk Shinran. Today, Shin Buddhism is considered the most widely practiced branch of Buddhism in Japan.-Shinran :...
Buddhist temple in Shikoku
Shikoku
is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan, located south of Honshū and east of the island of Kyūshū. Its ancient names include Iyo-no-futana-shima , Iyo-shima , and Futana-shima...
. Anraku-ji features a full-blown Noh stage, hosting Noh and other such plays from the local Noh Appreciation Group. There’s also of the same movement, and Rinshō-ji.
Dan no Tsuka-ana
Built approximately 1400 years ago, these tombs are large dome-shaped rooms at the end of a short tunnel. Having been designated as a National Historical Site in 1942, its unique structure continues to be studied today. Relics from the tombs are kept in nearby Tera-machi.The large tomb, to the east, is called the “Drum Tomb”. The mound itself measures 13 meters while the height and width inside measures 4.3 m and 3.4 m, respectively. Including the tunnel, the length of the mound is measured at 37 m.
The second tomb, to the west, is called the “Shelf Tomb”. Length is 20 m, height is 8.7 m, while height and width inside is 2.8 m and 2.0 m, respectively.
Aoki Residence
The late Mr. Aoki returned from Nagasaki to his hometown, Mima. He built a large Taisho-era mansion as a retirement home for himself and hs wife. His wife worked in the large herb garden and made bamboo spatulas from morning to evening.The house stood vacant for 30 years, before the Aokis, now living in Osaka, donated the house to its hometown, Mima.
The Aoki Residence is located on 3,590 m² of land, with a 2 m high wall surrounding it. The main building includes several old fashioned rooms, featuring both tatami and clay floors. There is also a two story warehouse and other small buildings.
Today, the Aoki Residence holds many events, including but not limited to gatherings of local residents and enthusiasts interested in pottery, indigo dye, flower arranging, dancing, shamisen, etc. It may even be used for wedding receptions.
Miki Residence
The Miki Family Residence was built during the Edo Period. The Miki Family was famous for procuring many historic Kamakura Era and Muromachi Era documents from the surrounding Koyadaira and Yamakawa area. The house was recognized as an important cultural heritage site and remains today as one of the oldest houses in Tokushima. The grounds feature the main house, as well as several small buildings, mostly for storage. There is also a museum and garden, featuring many cherry blossom trees. The museum and residence is closed from December to March. The garden is best seen in April, when the cherry blossoms are blooming.Ikezuki Park
Created as a tribute to Mima's pride, Ikezuki, this park also serves as the resting place for Ikezuki's mother (horse). It features a rock garden, picnic area, and restroom facilities.Mount Tsurugi
Mount TsurugiMount Tsurugi (Tokushima)
, meaning sword is a high mountain on the border of Miyoshi, Mima and Naka in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. This mountain is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains.- Outline :...
is the second highest mountain in Shikoku and in Western Japan. It is bordered by the city of Mima, Mima District
Mima District, Tokushima
is a district located in Tokushima, Japan.As of 2010, the district has an estimated population of 10,543 and a density of 54.1 persons per km². The total area is 194.80 km².-Towns and villages:Two mergers left Mima District with a sole town:*Tsurugi...
, Naka District
Naka District, Tokushima
is a district located in Tokushima, Japan.As of 2010, the district has an estimated population of 9,491 and a density of 13.7 persons per km². The total area is 694.86 km².-Mergers:...
and Miyoshi District
Miyoshi District, Tokushima
is a district located in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan.As of 2010, the district has an estimated population of 14,935 and a density of 122 persons per km². The total area is 122.55 km².- Mergers :...
.
Yoshino River
The Yoshino RiverYoshino River
The Yoshino River is a river on the island of Shikoku, Japan. It is 194 km long and has a watershed of 3,750 km². It is the second longest river in Shikoku , and is the only river whose watershed spreads over the four prefectures of the island.It is regarded as one of the three greatest rivers of...
flows west-east through Mima. It is the second longest river in Shikoku, boasting a length of 194 km. It is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and rafting.
Anabuki River
Flowing from south to north through the town of Anabuki and the village of Koyadaira is the Anabuki River. Its sources are a collection of many streams from around the Mt. Tsurugi area, and is popular for its cleanliness. As of 2005, the Anabuki River has held its position as the cleanest river in Shikoku for 11 years. There is a thriving population of the Japanese fishes ayu, amego, and iwana. The upstream town of Koyadaira hosts the Amego Fishing Competition every year in April.Nakoyama Highlands
In the southern end of the city, in the Mt. Tsurugi area, is the sacred Nakoyama highlands. Located just east of Mt. Tsurugi, its wide slopes peek at 1,000 meters, making it the second tallest mountain in Western Japan. Beginning in April of each year, many bungalows, cottages, and RV parks open and continue operation through the end of November. One face of the mountain has a famous grass ski area, hosting the Annual World Championships with the longest run stretching 500 meters and descending 62 meters.Indigo Dye
During the EdoEdo
, also romanized as Yedo or Yeddo, is the former name of the Japanese capital Tokyo, and was the seat of power for the Tokugawa shogunate which ruled Japan from 1603 to 1868...
and Meiji
Meiji period
The , also known as the Meiji era, is a Japanese era which extended from September 1868 through July 1912. This period represents the first half of the Empire of Japan.- Meiji Restoration and the emperor :...
eras, Wakimachi prospered as an important distribution center of . The aizome season lasts from April to July and again from September to October.
Cymbidium
CymbidiumCymbidium
Cymbidium , or boat orchids, is a genus of 52 evergreen species in the orchid family Orchidaceae. It was first described by Olof Swartz in 1799. The name is derived from the Greek word kumbos, meaning 'hole, cavity'. It refers to the form of the base of the lip...
is a variety of Western-style orchid. The orchid is one the most advanced plants in evolutionary history. Of these, the Cymbidium is one of the world’s most cultivated. The orchid blooms from late November to March.
Japanese Paper Umbrellas
Around 1955, there were about 200 stores lined up that were dedicated to the art of making in Mima. Today, 2 of the shops still exist. The masters of this traditional art construct the frame from bamboo, apply Japanese paper dyed with indigo, then oil it and apply various decorations, finishing it with a coat of lacquer.Yuzu
YuzuYuzu
The yuzu is a citrus fruit and plant originating in East Asia. It is believed to be a hybrid of sour mandarin and Ichang papeda...
is first harvested in late fall. It is a yellow fruit that is common around the Mt. Tsurugi area as the weather breaks into winter. In recent years, the local farmers in the Koyadaira area have been producing yuzu using organic compost, with little or no agricultural chemicals. Lately, the product has been diversified with products such as organic yuzu ponzu and so on.
Hassaku Oranges
Hassaku oranges are harvested just as the frost begins to strengthen, at the end of December. They are then immediately put into storage until they ripen in February, after which they are shipped. In the Anabuki area, eco-farming efforts are being introduced as chemicals and fertilizers are being reduced and cut.Grapes
In Mima, Delaware and Berry-A varieties of grapes are produced. They are harvested in two waves, one in mid-July and the other in mid-August. In Wakimachi, eco-farming efforts are being introduced as chemicals and fertilizers are being reduced and cut.Blueberries
Blueberries are a healthy food well known for their power to keep the eyes active, refresh the capillaries, and fight oxidation and the effects of aging. In Mima, “The Association for the Research of Blueberries” was established whose aim is to find new products and uses for blueberries.Homemade raft competition
Each year, Anabuki hosts the Ikada Kudari, a homemade raft competition. Several teams prepare for the event by building rafts of various shapes and sizes. On the day of the event, the teams ride, pull, and push their rafts down a stretch of the Anabuki River. Awards are given, including the fastest and the most unique rafts.High Schools
- Anabuki High School
- Wakimachi High School
- Mima Commercial High School
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Airports
Mima is serviced by Takamatsu Airport and Tokushima Airport. There are no airports in Mima.- Takamatsu AirportTakamatsu Airportis a second class airport located south southwest of Takamatsu, Kagawa, Japan. It handles a very small number of international flights.It is equipped with an Instrument Landing System, VHF Omni-directional Radio Range, Distance Measuring Equipment, Airport Surveillance Radar, approach lights,...
is located 35–40 km north of Mima, in TakamatsuTakamatsu, Kagawais a city located in central Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku in Japan, and is the seat of the prefectural government. It is designated a core city by the Japanese Government. It is a port city located on the Seto Inland Sea, and is the closest port to Honshu from Shikoku island...
, Kagawa PrefectureKagawa Prefectureis a prefecture of Japan located on Shikoku island. The capital is Takamatsu.- History :Kagawa was formerly known as Sanuki Province.For a brief period between August 1876 and December 1888, Kagawa was made a part of Ehime Prefecture.-Battle of Yashima:...
. It can be accessed by Route 193Route 193 (Japan)National Route 193 is a national highway of Japan connecting Takamatsu, Kagawa and Kaiyō, Tokushima in Japan, with a total length of 155.7 km ....
. From the City Hall, it takes approximately 40 minutes by car. - Tokushima AirportTokushima Airportis an airport in Matsushige, Tokushima, Japan, near the city of Tokushima.In addition to scheduled passenger operations, the airport is the base of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Tokusima Air Training Group of 202 Air Training Squadron equipped with Beechcraft TC-90, and UH-60J Search and...
is located 52 km east of Mima, in TokushimaTokushima, Tokushimais the capital city of Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku island in Japan.As of May 1, 2011, the city had an estimated population of 263,372, with 114,325 households, and a population density of 1,377.25 persons per km². Its total area is 191.23 km²....
. By highway, it takes approximately 50 minutes by car.
Train Stations
Three train stations along the Tokushima Line (JR ShikokuShikoku Railway Company
, commonly known as , is one of the constituent companies of Japan Railways Group . It operates intercity rail services in the four prefectures on the island of Shikoku in Japan. The company is headquartered in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture.- Lines :...
) serve Mima. They are, in east-west order:
- Anabuki Station
- Oshima StationOshima Stationis a train station in Gujō, Gifu Prefecture, Japan.-Adjacent stations:...
- Sadamitsu Station
Expressways
One highway serves Mima, Tokushima Expressway. Two interchanges allow access, Wakimachi I.C. and Mima I.C.National Highways
- Route 192Route 192 (Japan)National Route 192 is a national highway of Japan connecting Saijō, Ehime and Tokushima, Tokushima in Japan, with a total length of 138.3 km ....
, running east-west from Tokushima to Saijō, EhimeSaijo, Ehimeis a city located in Ehime, Japan.On November 1, 2004 the old city of Tōyo, and the towns of Komatsu and Tanbara, both from Shūsō District, were merged with Saijō.The city was founded on April 29, 1941.The main city of Saijō is known for natural spring water...
. - Route 193Route 193 (Japan)National Route 193 is a national highway of Japan connecting Takamatsu, Kagawa and Kaiyō, Tokushima in Japan, with a total length of 155.7 km ....
, running north-south from Takamatsu, Kagawa through Mima, eventually making its way to Tokushima. - Route 377Route 377 (Japan)National Route 377 is a national highway of Japan connecting Naruto, Tokushima and Kan'onji, Kagawa in Japan, with a total length of 129.9 km ....
- Route 438Route 438 (Japan)National Route 438 is a national highway of Japan connecting Tokushima, Tokushima and Sakaide, Kagawa in Japan, with a total length of 163 km ....
- Route 439Route 439 (Japan)National Route 439 is a national highway of Japan connecting Tokushima, Tokushima and Shimanto, Kōchi in Japan, with a total length of 341.2 km ....
- Route 492
External links
- Mima official website (in Japanese)
- Mima official website (English Section)
- Awanavi Tourism Site (English Section)