Niihama
Japan · EhimeJP
City in Shikoku, Japan
Niihama is a city located in the eastern part of Ehime Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 July 2022, the city had an estimated population of 115,824 in 57,781 households and a population density of 490 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 234.50 square kilometres (90.54 sq mi). It has the third largest population in Ehime, behind the prefectural capital of Matsuyama and the recently expanded city of Imabari. It is famous for its Besshi copper mine as well as the annual Niihama Taiko Festival that is the center of annual drunken and boisterous activity and draws tourists from around the country.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 121,735
- Coordinates
- 33.960, 133.305
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Niihama
Set in Ehime, Japan, Niihama is a mid-sized city. It counts about 121,735 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Niihama
Culture in Niihama
(3)Looking for culture? Niihama has Docks, Mines and Mosques. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Niihama.
Getting there & around
Reach Niihama by regional transport from the nearest hub in Ehime; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Asia/Tokyo.
Similar destinations
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Niihama known for?
- Niihama, in Ehime, Japan, is best known for culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 121,735 residents.
- What can you do in Niihama?
- Recorded activities in Niihama include Docks, Mines and Mosques. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Niihama located?
- Niihama is located in Ehime, Japan. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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