Aya, Miyazaki

Aya (綾町, Aya-chō) is a town located in Higashimorokata District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.

Aya

綾町
Town
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Location of Aya in Miyazaki Prefecture
Aya
Location in Japan
Coordinates: 32°1′15″N 131°13′8″E
CountryJapan
RegionKyushu
PrefectureMiyazaki Prefecture
DistrictHigashimorokata
Government
  MayorMinoru Maeda
Area
  Total95.19 km2 (36.75 sq mi)
Population
 (October 1, 2019)
  Total7,023
  Density74/km2 (190/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+09:00 (JST)
Websitewww.town.aya.miyazaki.jp/ayatown/
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TreeLaurel forest

As of October 1, 2019, the town has an estimated population of 7,023 and the density of 73.8 persons per km². The total area is 95.19 km².

Aya's town constitution gives it one of the tightest recycling policies in Japan. It is included into Aya Biosphere Reserve transition zone.[1]

Aya is also home to Aya Castle.

Geography

Neighbouring municipalities

Economy

Aya is the most famous place in Miyazaki for wine making. Most people depend on the winery as a profession. There is a winery for tourists to visit in area.

Important festivals and events

Aya has several festivals in the course of the year.

  • In March, they have the Cherry Blossom festival. (Sakuraokosi)
  • In November, they have a horse race.
  • Also in November, they have a 'Making of Aya' festival.

Transportation

Aya did not have any national routes and train stations that passes through the town. The closest airport to Aya is Miyazaki Airport.

References

  1. "UNESCO - MAB Biosphere Reserves Directory". 5 June 2016. Archived from the original on 5 June 2016.
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