Usuki, Ōita
Usuki (臼杵市, Usuki-shi) is a city located on the east coast of Ōita Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2023, the city had an estimated population of 34,155 in 14538 households, and a population density of 120 persons per km². The total area of the city is 868.02 km2 (335.14 sq mi). It is famous for its Usuki Stone Buddhas, a National Treasure, and its soy sauce production.
Usuki
臼杵市 | |
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Usuki City Hall | |
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Flag Seal | |
Location of Usuki in Ōita Prefecture | |
Usuki Location in Japan | |
| Coordinates: 33°07′34″N 131°48′19″E | |
| Country | Japan |
| Region | Kyushu |
| Prefecture | Ōita |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Goro Nakano (since January 2009) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 291.20 km2 (112.43 sq mi) |
| Population (October 1, 2023) | |
| • Total | 34,155 |
| • Density | 120/km2 (300/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+09:00 (JST) |
| City hall address | 72-1 Usuki, Usuki-shi, Ōita-ken 875-8501 |
| Website | Official website |
| Symbols | |
| Flower | Salvia splendens |
| Tree | Kabosu |
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