Yuki (油木町, Yuki-chō) was a town located in Jinseki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.
As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 3,089 and a population density of 31.51 persons per km². The total area of Yuki was 98.02 km².[1] Yuki was well known for its sake and miso production, especially from the local Shinrai and Shinryu establishments, which were notable for their craftsmanship and traditional brewing methods.[2]
On November 5, 2004, Yuki, along with the towns of Jinseki and Sanwa, and the village of Toyomatsu (all from Jinseki District), was merged to create the town of Jinsekikōgen.[1]
History and Culture
editThe region around Yuki has a history deeply connected to agricultural traditions and the production of local goods, such as sake and miso. These products, particularly those from Shinrai and Shinryu, are widely recognized within Hiroshima Prefecture for their quality and traditional production methods.[2] The cultural heritage of the area is preserved at the Jinseki Folk Museum, where visitors can explore exhibits on the history of the Jinseki District, including items from the Jomon period and traditional folk tools. The museum also displays artifacts from the Taishakukyo Kannondo Cave Ruins nearby, providing insights into the ancient history of the region.[2]
Mergers
editOn November 5, 2004, as part of Japan's nationwide municipality mergers (平成の大合併, Heisei no Daigappei), Yuki was merged with other neighboring municipalities—Jinseki, Sanwa, and Toyomatsu—to form Jinsekikōgen.[1] This merger aimed to streamline administrative functions and promote regional development.
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editExternal links
edit- Official website of Jinsekikogen (in Japanese)
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