Former municipality | |
Since | January 1, 1969 |
Currently part of | Aoi-ku, Shizuoka |
Location | |
Country | Japan |
Region | Chūbu region (Tōkai region) |
Prefecture | Shizuoka |
District | Abe District, |
Physical characteristics | |
Area | 498.90 km² |
Population (as of April 1, 2005) | |
Total | 2,471 |
Density | 4.95/km² |
Symbols |
Ikawa (井川村 Ikawa-mura ) was a village located in Abe District, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
On January 1, 1969 Ikawa joined with neighboring Shizuoka city. It is now part of Aoi-ku, Shizuoka.
As of January 1, 1969-final population data before the amagalation, the town had an estimated population of 2,471 and a density of 4.95 persons per km². The total area was 498.90 km².
Ikawa, located in the mountainous area between Shizuoka and Yamanashi Prefecture is the location of Ikawa Dam, a major hydroelectric power plant for Shizuoka Prefecture. It is also a popular sightseeing location for local residents. "Ikawa Menpa" which is a lacquered hinoki wooden lunch box is a local speciality.