Overview
An Edo map still works as a street map here; the citrus behind every wall was planted to support unemployed samurai.
About this place
Hagi (萩市, Hagi-shi; Japanese pronunciation: [haꜜ.ɡʲi, -ŋʲi, ha.ɡʲiꜜ.ɕi, -ŋʲiꜜ.ɕi], locally [ha.ɡʲiꜜ, -ŋʲiꜜ]) is a city located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 April 2023, the city had an estimated population of 43,233 in 22,803 households and a population density of 62 persons per km². The total area of the city is 698.31 square kilometres (269.62 sq mi). It is known for being the birthplace of Hagi ware, a type of Japanese pottery.
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Founded / opened：1604 Highlights / collection：Earthen walls and natsumikan trees, Grid-pattern town layout Genre：Architecture
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