Aya, Miyazaki

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 / 32.02083°N 131.21889°E / 32.02083; 131.21889Coordinates: 32°1′15″N 131°13′8″E / 32.02083°N 131.21889°E / 32.02083; 131.21889
Country Japan
Region Kyushu
Prefecture Miyazaki Prefecture
District Higashimorokata
Government
 • Mayor Minoru Maeda
Area
 • Total 95.21 km2 (36.76 sq mi)
Population (October 1, 2016)
 • Total 7,267
 • Density 76/km2 (200/sq mi)
Symbols
 • Tree Laurel forest
Time zone UTC+9 (JST)
Website www.town.aya.miyazaki.jp/ayatown/

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

As of October 2016, the town has an estimated population of 7,267 and the density of 76 persons per km². The total area is 95.21 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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