Overview
Samurai quarters on two ridges with the merchants in the valley between - a castle town whose section is said to be unique.
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Kitsuki (杵築市, Kitsuki-shi) is a city located in Ōita Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 October 2023, the city had an estimated population of 26,761 in 13199 households, and a population density of 96 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 280.08 km2 (108.14 sq mi).
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened：Edo period Highlights / collection：Samurai town on two hills, Merchant town in the valley, Sandwich-type layout linked by slopes Genre：Architecture
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