Aya, Miyazaki
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| Aya 綾町 |
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| Location of Aya in Miyazaki Prefecture Location of Aya in Miyazaki Prefecture |
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| Country | Japan |
| Region | Kyushu |
| Prefecture | Miyazaki Prefecture |
| District | Higashimorokata |
| Area | |
| • Total | 95.21 km2 (36.76 sq mi) |
| Population (2003) | |
| • Total | 7,604 |
| • Density | 80/km2 (210/sq mi) |
| Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) |
| Website | www |
Aya (綾町 Aya-chō?) is a town located in Higashimorokata District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2003, the town has an estimated population of 7,604 and the density of 79.87 persons per km². The total area is 95.21 km².
Aya's town constitution gives it one of the tightest recycling policies in Japan.
Aya is also home to Aya Castle.
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.
Festivals and events that are important
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.
External links
Media related to Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. at Wikimedia Commons- Aya official website (Japanese)
- Aya official website (English)
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