contributes three members to the Kagawa Prefectural Assembly. In terms of national politics, the city is part of Kagawa 3rd district of the lower house of the Diet of Japan. Economy The area of Mitoyo was noted for its salt industry in ancient times. In the modern era, efforts have been made to develop harbors and industries in the coastal area, creating a coastal industrial zone centered on Takuma Port. On the other hand, the Shonai Peninsula and offshore islands are focused on flower gardening and tourism. Agriculture remains the largest industry, notably fruits such as grapes, mandarin oranges, and peaches. The city is the largest tea producing area in Kagawa Prefecture. Other crops include lettuce, onions, loquats, and rice. Efforts are being made to integrate agriculture and tourism to promote regional development. Education Mitoyo has 19 public elementary schools and six public middle schools operated by the city government, and one private middle school. The city has two public high schools operated by the Kagawa Prefectural Board of Education and one private high school. Transportation Railways Shikoku Railway Company - Yosan Line () - - - - - Shikoku Railway Company - Dosan Line Highways Takamatsu Expressway Sister city relations - Waupaca, Wisconsin, United States, Sister city since 1994. - Hapcheon County, South Gyeongsang, South Korea. Friendship city since July 13, 2007 - Sanyuan County, Qingdao, Shaanxi , China, friendship city since January 13, 2009 Local attractions Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage Motoyama-ji, 70th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage; its Man Hall is a National Treasure. Iyadani-ji, 71st temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage Tsushima Shrine, located in on an offshore island, is only accessible during its festival one day a year in early August. Shiudeyama Site, NationalHistoric Site Noted people from Mitoyo Erika Mabuchi, actress References External links Nio Dragon Festival in MitoyoNHK(video) Cities in Kagawa Prefecture Populated coastal places in Japan