Kitakyushu

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/kitakyushu

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1. Where is Kitakyushu?Northern tip of Kyushu island, Japan, situated on the Kanmon Straits
2. How many people live in Kitakyushu?Estimated 940,978 (as of June 1, 2019)
3. How big is Kitakyushu?488.37 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Kitakyushu?Designated city status, with Kokura as a historically central ward
5. What language do people speak in Kitakyushu?Japanese
6. When was Kitakyushu built?1963 (merger of municipalities)

Kanmon Straits: A vital strait separating Kyushu and Honshu, characterized by significant maritime traffic and transportation links.
Designated City: A Japanese city granted a higher level of administrative autonomy and responsibility than ordinary cities.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: A globally recognized location of outstanding universal value, preserved for future generations.
Metropolitan Region: A large, interconnected urban area comprising a core city and surrounding satellite cities and towns.