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A lane cut through a tuff hill, with temples and samurai houses on both banks - a town carved out of the ground.
About this place
Usuki (臼杵市, Usuki-shi) is a city located on the east coast of Ōita Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2023, the city had an estimated population of 34,155 in 14538 households, and a population density of 120 persons per km². The total area of the city is 868.02 km2 (335.14 sq mi). It is famous for its Usuki Stone Buddhas, a National Treasure, and its soy sauce production.
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Founded / opened:Edo period Highlights / collection:Cutting through tuff, Samurai residences and temple Genre:Architecture
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