Itoshima, Fukuoka
Introduction view of Itoshima from Shiraito FallsTerraced fields in ItoshimaFutamigaura torii is a city located in western Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. As of April 2018, the city has an estimated population of 96,540, with 34,685 households and a population density of 454 persons per km². The total area is 216.12 km².The modern city of Itoshima was established on January 1, 2010, from the merger of the city of Maebaru and the towns of Shima and Nijo (both from Itoshima district).
Geography The city contains several mountains, islands, and moderately populated low-lying areas. Its highest point is Mt. Rai. It is bordered by Fukuoka to the east, the Genkai Sea to the north, and the Sefuri mountains to the south.===Climate===Itoshima has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen: ''Cfa''). The average annual temperature in Itoshima is . The average annual rainfall is  with July as the wettest month. The temperatures are highest on average in August, at around , and lowest in January, at around . The highest temperature ever recorded in Itoshima was  on 5 August 2017; the coldest temperature ever recorded was  on 28 February 1981.===Adjacent municipalities===* Fukuoka, Fukuoka* Saga, Saga* Karatsu, Saga===Demographics===Per Japanese census data, the population of Itoshima in 2020 is 98,877 people. Itoshima has been conducting censuses since 1920.
Culture & Tourism Itoshima is known for its seaside resorts, beaches, and natural beauty. It is a popular site for surfing and hiking. A summer music festival, SUNSET LIVE, takes place each year.
Education === Universities ===* Kyushu University Ito Campus
Notable people from Itoshima, Fukuoka * Dairoku Harada, Japanese archaeologist. * Ryuji Ichioka, Japanese professional baseball player (Pitcher - Hiroshima Toyo Carp, Central League, Nippon Professional Baseball). * Mariko Shinoda, Japanese singer, actress, fashion model, and former member of the Japanese idol group AKB48* Mako "Hakata Speedster" Yamada, Japanese kickboxer and former boxer.
See also *Chikuhi Line
References
External links *  Itoshima City official website