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Shuzenji (修善寺町, Shuzenji-chō) was a town located in Tagata District, Shizuoka, Japan, in central Izu Peninsula.
Shuzenji is located in an inland region of Izu Peninsula and is noted for its numerous onsen hot spring resorts. The area is also noted for its production of wasabi and shiitake.
The town of Shuzenji was founded on April 1, 1889 within Kimisawa District, Shizuoka. In 1896, Kimisawa District was abolished and became part of Tagata District. On April 1, 2004 Shuzenji was merged with the neighboring towns of Amagiyugashima, Toi and Nakaizu, all from Tagata District to form the new city of Izu.
As of March 1, 2004 (the final population data before the amagalation), the town had an estimated population of 16,328 and a density of 236.5 persons per km². The total area was 69.04 km².
External links
- Izu City official website (Japanese)
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