Ichiu, Tokushima

Ichiu (一宇村 Ichiu-son) was a village located in Mima District, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan.

As of 2003, the village had an estimated population of 1,414 and a density of 14.45 persons per km². The total area was 97.88 km².

On March 1, 2005, Ichiu, along with the towns of Handa and Sadamitsu (all from Mima District), was merged to create the town of Tsurugi.

Geography

Ichiu is dominated by steep and relatively tall mountains. The town is situated on the upper part of the Sadamitsu River.

Education

Ichiu has one junior high school, and one elementary school, Komi Elementary. Due to lack of students, Ichiu Junior High School will close in spring 2010.

Sightseeing

Transportation

Japanese National Route 438 is the main road in Ichiu. Ichiu is served by local buses.

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