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The City of Kitakyushu

    1. Geographical Advantages
    2. Geographical AdvantagesWith a population of approximately one million, Kitakyushu is an international metropolis located in the northernmost region of Kyushu, Japan. It is situated mid-way between Tokyo and Shanghai, which is also near several other countries...
    1. Industries and Technologies
    2. Industries and TechnologiesKitakyushu is rich in human resources and high quality water. In addition, it has convenient access to air transportation as there are numerous airports in this area. Due to these advantages, the semiconductor industry began to concentrate here in the 1960s.
    1. Tourism and Culture
    2. Tourism and CultureAs the metropolitan center of Kitakyushu, Kokura has been famous for its outstanding castle architectural since the Edo period.
      The Kokura Castle was initially constructed by Hosokawa Tadaoki in 1602 (Keicho 7) ...
    1. Human Resource
    2. Human ResourceKitakyushu has a population of approximately one million. When totaling its inhabitants along with those from neighboring cities that are within commuting distance, the population estimate doubles to two million. In addition, there are about 8,000 people from other prefectures ...
    1. Logistics and Transportation Network
    2. Logistics and Transportation NetworkKitakyushu is a hub of international ferry services which also offers an abundance of air transportation and a considerable rail transport network, all complemented with highways and surface streets.
    1. Famous Enterprises in Kitakyushu
    2. Famous Enterprises in KitakyushuThe Shabondama Soap Group was founded in 1968, and has developed into one of the select few Japanese manufacturers specializing in producing natural soaps that are additive-free. Our non-additive soap products are popular in Shanghai, Taiwan, Korea ...