Shizunai, Hokkaido


Shizunai was a town located in Shizunai [District, Hokkaido|Shizunai District], Hidaka Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.

Population

As of 2004, the town had an estimated population of 22,581 and a density of 28.17 persons per km2. The total area was 801.51 km2.

History

On March 31, 2006, Shizunai was merged with the town of Mitsuishi to create the new town of Shinhidaka.
Shizunai was the most populous town and was the economic center of Hidaka Subprefecture.

Attractions

Nijikken-dōro, the avenue of cherry blossoms, was a major tourist attraction of the town.

Climate