Kuchinoshima
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Kuchinoshima (口之島), literally "mouth island", is one of the Tokara Islands, belonging to Kagoshima Prefecture. The island, 13.33 km2 (5.15 sq mi) in area, and has a population of 140 persons.[1] The island can only be reached by boat as it has no airport; there is regular ferry service to the city of Kagoshima on the mainland. Travel time is about 6 hours. The islanders are dependent mainly on agriculture, fishing and seasonal tourism. The island is home to the rare Kuchinoshima breed of Japanese native cattle.
Quick Facts Native name: Japanese: 口之島, Geography ...
Native name: Japanese: 口之島 | |
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Geography | |
Location | East China Sea |
Coordinates | 29°58′0″N 129°55′0″E |
Archipelago | Tokara Islands |
Area | 13.33 km2 (5.15 sq mi) |
Coastline | 20.38 km (12.664 mi) |
Highest elevation | 628.5 m (2062 ft) |
Highest point | Maedake |
Administration | |
Japan | |
Kagoshima Prefecture | |
Demographics | |
Population | 140 (2004) |
Pop. density | 10.50/km2 (27.19/sq mi) |
Ethnic groups | Japanese |
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