1. Shimanto, Japan Shimanto is located in the southwest of Kochi Prefecture, Shikoku Island, Japan. In 2005, it was established by the merger of Nakamura City and Xituzo City. The area is 632 square kilometers, with a population of 39980 people. The city is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the Pacific Ocean to the southwest. The climate is warm and humid, with abundant natural resources. The economic pillar industry is agriculture and forestry. It is known as the last clear river in Japan, passing through the city center, and is the most famous tourist landscape in the city. Le... [Details]