Shimonoseki
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Shimonoseki is a city in Japan that has played significant roles in the country's history, including hosting a major naval battle in 1185 and being the site of military conflict in 1864. The city is home to historical landmarks such as Kōzan-ji Temple and remains notable for its place in Japanese historical events.
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Article
27 sectionsContents
- History
- Geography
- Neighbouring municipalities
- Climate
- Demographics
- Government
- Economy
- Education
- Universities and colleges
- Primary and secondary schools
- Transportation
- Railway
- Highways
- Ferries from Shimonoseki Port International Terminal
- Sister cities
- Local attractions
- Festivals
- Architecture
- Museums
- Parks and monuments
- Sports
- Professional teams
- Sporting venues
- Crime and safety
- Notable people from Shimonoseki
- References
- External links
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is a city located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. , the city had an estimated population of 248,193 in 128,762 households and a population density of 350 persons per km2. The total area of the city is . It is the largest city in Yamaguchi Prefecture and the fifth-largest city in the Chūgoku region in terms of population. It is nicknamed the 'home of Fugu' for the locally caught and cooked pufferfish, and is the largest harvester of the pufferfish in Japan.