Wakayama County（Roman Pinyin: Wakayama Ken), yesThree metropolitan areas in Japanone ofOsaka Metropolitan AreaOfJapanInKinki。Located on Japan's largest peninsula“Kii Peninsula ”To the southwest ofthe pacific ocean, the eastern and northeastern parts are different fromSanzhong County、Nara Prefectureas well asOsaka PrefectureBordering,Land areaIt occupies 1.25% of the total area of Japan, ranking 30th. It has a coastline of about 650km long, lush mountains and forests, and is rich in wood resources. It is known as the "Land of Mountains and Seas", "Wood Kingdom", and "Fruit Tree Kingdom".Forestry, furniture manufacturing and other industries are relatively developed;There are many fishing ports, and fishery is the main industry;The industry is dominated by steel.The climate is warm and humid all the year round, hot in summer, stable in winter, and almost no snow except in the mountains.[1]
Wakayama County[3]Located in JapanHonshuKii Peninsula It faces the Pacific Ocean in the southwest, Osaka Prefecture in the north, Nara County in the east, andSanzhong CountyAdjacent, southwest separatedJiyi WaterwayandTokushima PrefectureFacing each other, the terrain is complex, with a total length of about 650km of Riya style coast. The coastal cliffs are towering and continuous, and 130 islands of different sizes are also distributed.Because the mountains near the sea rise and subside repeatedly, complex terrain has been formed, including mountains that have been worshipped as spiritual places since ancient times. All kinds of strange rocks and boulders can be seen everywhere.In particularTidal headlandThe central southern coast is connected by cliffs and rocks, presenting a unique landscape.The climate is warm and rainy.coastal areasOfAnnual average temperatureIt is about 17 degrees, mostly in a warm climate.The annual average temperature of the inland area near the mountain is below 11 degrees, which is different from that of the coastal area.There is less rainfall in the north, with an annual rainfall of about 1300mm, while there is more rainfall in the south, with an annual rainfall of more than 2500mm, which is lower than the domestic average level of Japan, ranking 30th in Japan.The annual humidity is about 65% to 70%, with no significant difference.In the mountains and inlandGaoye MountainQingshui and Dragon God have 10cm to 20cm snow, but there is little snow in other places.Summer is sultry, which is easy to feel tired.The muggy season will last from mid May to September.In winter, the climate is stable and there is little snow except in the mountains.June isPlum rain season, rainy days increase.April and May in spring and October and November in autumn have pleasant climate and are extremely comfortable seasons.Land and sea transportation is convenient,Traffic roadIt is divided into national roads, county roads andmunicipal road.Kansai International Airport is only 40 minutes' drive from Wakayama County.
A corner of the capital of Wakayama County[4]
There are few plains in the county, most of which are mountains, and only the Hege Mountain Plain andYoutianThe narrow area around the Rigaochuan estuary.The area of wild forests accounts for about 77% of the total area of the county, and the area of artificial trees also ranks first in Japan.It is rich in mandarin oranges. The output of mandarin oranges has always been in the forefront of Japan. It is known as the "kingdom of mandarin oranges". The main producing areas are Jichuan, Youtianchuan and coastalHilly area。Centered on the Xiongyechuan and Rigaochuan drainage basins, pine, fir and pinewood can be seen everywhere;In the Xingong area at the mouth of Xiongyechuan River, log yards can be seen everywhere, which is known as the "wood kingdom".Fishery productionVery developed, not onlyInshore fishery, and carry out pelagic fishing to vigorously developAquacultureAt the same time, tourism has also made great progress.Most of the industries are concentrated in the northwest coastal area with Wakayama City as the centerIndustrial zone, and HanshinIndustrial circleClosely linked.Steel and petroleum are the backbone industries, as well as chemical, fiber, wood and leather processing industries.A part of the southern region is concentratedwood processing , pulpShip repairAnd other processing enterprises.The business is relatively developed, mainly concentrated in Wakayama City, Tiandang City, Hainan City and other places.
Wakayama County Emblem
Wakayama County was named Jiyi in the old country, and the area under the old city was called "Gangshan" in ancient times. Because the pronunciation of Gangshan in Japanese is similar to Wakayama, it is called Wakayama County.The county emblem graphically depicts the first pseudonym "わ" of Wakayama County.[4-5]
Tokyo → New Osaka → Wakayama:Tokaido Shinkansen +Sakwa Line Express, about 4 hours;
Osaka→ Wakayama: JR line, about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Magistrates of previous dynasties
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Successive governors of Wakayama Prefecture, Japan
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Shinji Ono
April 15, 1947 - April 22, 1967
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Masao Ohahashi
April 23, 1967 - October 4, 1975
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Fagoku Zhiliang
November 23, 1975 - November 22, 1995
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Nishiguchi
November 23, 1995 - September 2, 2000
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five
Good Trees in Wooden Village
September 3, 2000 - December 2, 2006
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Yoshishin Renban
From December 17, 2006
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A corner of the capital of Wakayama County[8]
With dense forests and rich timber resources, Wakayama County has developed forests such as cedar and cypress as well as fruit tree, vegetable and flower cultivation industries. The output of green plum, persimmon and Basuo orange ranks first in Japan, and also ranks first in JapanEhime CountyRanked first in JapancitrusOrigin, forestry, furniture manufacturing and other industries are relatively developed.In addition, the fishery is also very developed,Hairtail、lobsterThe catch of, etc. is second to none in Japan, and Sempo Port is the freshest in JapantunasFishing ports.The industry is dominated by steel and chemical industry, as well as unique fiber, leather and other industries,GDPThe proportion of manufacturing industry in China is relatively high, which is much higher than the average level of Japan. Among them, the proportion of oil, chemical, steel and other basic asset products is relatively high.conventionalindustrial productThere are mainly pottery and lacquerware. Lacquerware produced in Heijiang, Hainan, is sold all over the world.the service sector; the tertiary industryRapid development.As of January 2011, the tertiary industry accounted for 59.5% of all industries, and the number of people engaged in commerce, circulation and services accounted for aboutEmployees50% of.In 2007, the countyReal GDP(GDP) 3501.9 billion yen, with an annual per capita income of 2.637 million yen.[8-9]
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A corner of the capital of Wakayama County Figure 3[10]
Wakayama City is a castle located in Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture, JapanSongshan CityAnd Jilu City are collectively called the three vertical Hirayama City of Dalian in Japan.1585 (the 13th year of Tianzheng)Fengchen XiujiIt was built by his younger brother Xiuchang after the pacification of Jizhou, and was responsible for the construction of city building celebritiesTakatora Todo He built the Hall of Ben Wan and Yi Zhi Wan.The city was first unified by the Xiuchang "Chengdai" (the city defender), Sangshan, until 1600（Qing Chang5 years), who made great achievements in the Guanzhiyuan CampaignYukio AsanoEnter the city.1619 (Yuanhe 5th year),Tokugawa JiakangThe 10th childLai Xuan, TokugawaEntering the city, Jizhou became a city of 555000 stones, andmito 、Tail sheetIt is one of the three royal families in Tokugawa.[10]
Kumano Nachi Taisha
Kumano Nachi Taisha Located in Wakayama CountyHigashimuro District Naji Shengpu Town, the main hall has a unique architectural style, known as the Kumano style, which is home to Kumano Quanxian, an important national cultural propertydaturaAnd Xiongye Nazhi Dashe documents and other precious materials.
Nachi Falls
Nazhi MountainThere are many middle streams and more than 60 waterfalls.The so-called "Nazhilong" originally refers to the general name of 48 of them (Nazhi48long).
Waterfall Shrine
The Waterfall Shrine is a shrine that takes Nazhi Waterfall as a god body, and also has a symbolNazhi MountainOfoxblood redTriple tower.
Beishan River Raft is a drifting activity on Beishan River.Tourists on the raft,All mustKeep a standing position and hold the handrail on both sides of the raft, which is thrilling.
Xufu Park
In Xingong CityXufu ParkInside, there are Xu Fu's Tomb, Xu Fu's Statue, and Bulao Pool, and even some are regarded asElixir of lifeOf“Tiantai ebony”。It is said that Xingong City isXu FuThe landing place in Japan.Many Japanese legends believe that Xu FufengFirst Emperor of QinZhiming led three thousand boys and girls to look for magic drugs overseas and came to Japan.[11]
Bailiangbin is a beach famous for its snow-white fine sand.
Qizhi Soup
Sakaki Soup is a kind of foodthe pacific oceanThe open-air hot spring on the coast is one of the oldest hot springs in Japan.
Full Moon Island
The full moon island is the symbol of Baibin. It is 130 meters long from north to south, 35 meters wide from east to west, and 25 meters above sea level.Because of the wavesImpact erosionA round hole is formed in the middle of the island.
Three section wall
Three section wallIt is a cliff with a height of 50 to 60 meters and a length of 2 kilometers from north to south, which is like a screen. It is said that because it is about 40 meters high from the sea, it is difficult to float when jumping off and being swept in by waves.
Thousand overlapping
Thousands of piles are huge rocks washed into a large area of rock by the waves, like thousands of piecesTatamiStacked.You can watch the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean when standing on Qiandui.
Tangfeng Hot Spring
Tangfeng Hot Spring is located in JapanWorld Cultural Heritage“GuyThe spiritual field of the mountain and the path of learning belong to“Kumano Hongu Taisha ”In the mountains about 2km to the southwest, it is considered as 113（Chengwu EmperorThe oldest hot spring found in Japan.
Jisanjing Temple
A corner of the capital of Wakayama County Figure 4
Jisanjing TempleBecause inkansai region Cherry blossom is the first and famous, importantcultural heritage, including Sakura Gate, hexagonal hall, pagoda and other buildings arranged in order.Because it is close to Hege Mountain City, from 1603 to 1867（Edo Period ）All previous vassal masters of Jizhou have visited here and prayed for the prosperity of the Tokugawa family in Jizhou.
Changbao Temple
Long term insuranceThe temple was built in 1000 A.DAn emperorThe edict of was created.Edo period The tombs of the vassal masters of all dynasties were buried here, which was carefully cared by the Tokugawa family in Jizhou. There are many valuable cultural heritage. The main hall, pagoda and gate are designated as national treasures.
Genlai Temple
Genlai TempleIn JapanSengokuBy exuberanteconomic activityHas accumulated great wealth and organized“Rooted people”Is famous for its monk corps.Later, most of the buildings were burned down by Fengchen Xiuji.The multi pagoda of Genlai Temple and the garden of Genlai Temple, which are listed as national treasures, are very beautiful.
Makita Memorial is to commemorateZhentian XingcunAnd his fatherSanada Masayuki During the sacrificial activities held from May 3 to 5, the most concerned part was the "Samurai Trip", where performers dressed in ancient names and Samurai clothes paraded in the streets.Makita Kimura is hereBattle of OsakaA small number of soldiers with a moderate rate attacked the Tokugawa army, and finally died bravely, known as "the first soldier of Japan".
Gaoyeshan Wandeng Sacrifice Ceremony
Gaoye MountainThe Ten Thousand Lantern Festival is the "Ten Thousand Lantern Festival" of the Yulan Bon Festival, also known as the "Candle Festival". It is a ceremony to pray for millions of souls sleeping in the Olympic Palace in Gaoye Mountain.On the night of August 13, in front of the Olympic Palace, 100000 candles were lit, and the 2 km long Shendao turned into a river of light.[13]
Release a doll
Families with girls have to pass on March 3 every year“Hinamatsuri ”In order to dispel monsters and bless the healthy growth of children.At the Ishima Shrine, the great priest provided the dolls who had completed the mission and dedicated the whole country, then put them on a white wooden boat and let them float to the sea.
Nazhi Torch Festival
Fan sacrifice is also called“Nachi Torch Festival”On July 14Kumano Nachi Taisha Sacrificial activities held.People carried 12 fan shaped divine sites 10 meters long, symbolizing the 12 divine bodies called Xiongye Quanxian (the incarnation of Xiongye Bodhisattva), to the former town seat--Nachi Falls Reflection.When Shenyu arrived, he was dressed in white clothes and carrying 12 big songmings weighing up to 50 kilograms. He came up from below the waterfall and danced around the incarnation of the god to greet the return of the 12 gods.
Visit Xiongye
At the 4th weekend of October, wearThe era of peaceThe costumes of the time, from the royal family to civilians to Xiongye to worship.The parade team will arrive at "Damemba", "Kumano Nachi Da She", etcXiongye Ancient RoadThe most beautiful place in China.The procession dressed in elegant aristocratic costumes is like a timepiece, bringing people back to the era of peace.
Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is held at Shencang Shrine on February 6 every year.Originating from the worship of fire, it is a ritual offering a deep source of worship with the sacred fire and the "Xiongye Path" of monks and other practitioners. The 2000 male believers, known as "Shangzi", first visited Shencang MountainHalf hillsideWe gathered at the Shencang Shrine, and then raised the lighted Songming to the foot of the mountain along the 538 level.[14]
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Soy sauce: soup sauce inEdo Period As the "exclusive soy sauce" of the Tokugawa family in Jizhou, it is specially protected and will be sold to Edo, KyotoOsakaIn other places, with the expansion of the market, the brewing method of shallow soup soy sauce has spread. At the same time, it is also known throughout Japan as "the taste of Japan".
Jinshan Temple Sauce: The sauce tastes a little salty at first, but the more you chew it, the sweeter you will feel the melody. It can make eggplantMelon Vegetables like this taste more delicious.
PlumDry:Tianbian City、Minabe The Ji'nan region, dominated by Nanbu Kawamura, is the origin of high-quality plums. The output and output value of plums produced are the first in Japan.The main varieties of plum are Nangaomei and Gucheng Mei.Nangaomei has the characteristics of large particles, thin skin and thick meatSalted plumThe most advanced variety of.
tunas：Naji KatsuuraThe tuna production of fishing ports is the first in Japan.With the change of seasons, the Zhishengpu fishing port can catch big tuna, Yunshang tunabarkTuna and other types of tuna.
Whales: Taidi Fishing Port is one of the few whaling bases in Japan, and it is also the birthplace of an ancient way of whaling, that is, using multiple ships to blow whales intofishing netThen harpoon the whale to death.Whale meat is unexpectedly light and can be made intoSashimiIt can also be eaten loose with seasoning, or made into bacon. In addition, it can be boiled, roasted and boiled.
Persimmon: The planting of persimmons in Wakayama County is centered on Jibei area, and its output ranks first in Japan.There are three kinds of persimmons planted: "astringent persimmons" mainly with seedless persimmons (Daogen early growing), "sweet persimmons" mainly with rich persimmons, and "string persimmons" used to give gifts to each other in the first month.Daogen Zaosheng is a popular famous persimmon, ranking first in quality and quantity in Japan.In addition, as the "king of persimmons", Fuyu persimmon has won people's favor.
Oranges: oranges produced in Jizhou are superior in taste and quality to those produced in other places, especially the "Youtian Oranges" in Youtian area, which is known as the "Kingdom of Oranges".
Nazhi black inkstone: fine stone with moderate hardness is treasured by those who like inkstone.
Jizhou Royal Palace colored thread ball: a toy with elegant colors and patterns. As a gift to a sweetheart or as a dowry, it contains the wish that people will be "forever complete".It is said that Jizhou's colored thread ball was made to comfort the young princess married to Jizhou.
Jizhou Doll: It is the natural woodNatural drying, and then paint manually after spinning and formingManual depictionThe shape of dolls keeps the traditional style.It is said thatEmperor Nintoku Let craftsmen pressEmpress Jingu "Jizhou Doll" was later called "Jizhou Doll".
At 7:15 a.m. on June 2, 2004, JapanRailway CompanyOne express passenger train operated by West Japan Railway Corporation with about 500 passengers in JapanHonshu IslandThirteen people were injured when they derailed after colliding with wood on the railway track on the way to Wakayama County.Before the accident, the bus driver found the wood piled on the rail and brake urgently. However, the bus was too fast per hour, so it was still unable to avoid hitting the wood.[15]
At about 3:20 p.m. on December 27, 2010, a magnitude 3 earthquake occurred in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan,SourceIt is located in the north of Wakayama County, 10 km deep, with the maximum magnitude of 3.3.Affected by this, a magnitude 3 earthquake was felt in the northern part of Wakayama County.[16]
At about 10:05 p.m. on March 11, 2011, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred off the coast of Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, with a focal depth of 40 km and a maximum magnitude of 4.2.Affected by this, the magnitude of Wakayama County is 3.
No. 6 in 2011Severe tropical stormThe "saddle" is rapidly becomingviolent typhoonLater, it landed in Japan on the evening of July 19, 2011.The Xiongyechuan River in Wakayama County overflowed, and the water level rose from 0.6 meters to 14.44 meters due to rainstorm, and 13 residential houses in Xingong City were flooded.The strong typhoon also blew off power lines, affecting the power supply of residential buildings.[17]
At 8:13 a.m. on August 10, 2011, a magnitude 4 earthquake occurred in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. The focus was in the north of Wakayama, with a depth of 60 kilometers. The earthquake did not cause a tsunami.Affected by this earthquakeAichi , ShizuokaKyoto Prefecture、Osaka Prefecture、Hyogo CountyEarthquakes of magnitude 1 and 2 have also been observed in other places.[18]
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