Miyama, Mie

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Miyama (海山町 Miyama-chō?) was a town located in Kitamuro District, Mie, Japan.

As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 9,963 and a density of 68.08 persons per km². The total area was 146.35 km².

On October 11, 2005, Miyama and the town of Kiinagashima were merged and renamed Kihoku.

Miyama, now Kihoku, is in the south of Mie Prefecture. The World Heritage Site Kumano Kodo is located in the former town of Miyama. "Kumano" stands for the city's name. "Kodo" means an old street which is laid along mountain. Miyama is known for its fresh fish. The most well-known local food is saury sushi.

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