Overview
- As of 2023 it is Japan’s top tea producer, so tea plantations are widespread.
- Collection points for volcanic ash bags (kokuhai bukuro) appear around town.
Representative Companies
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Tea output rivals Shizuoka and in recent statistics ranks first in Japan (参考文献 MAFF crop statistics (rice, wheat, soybeans, etc.)).
There are roadside drop-off spots for volcanic ash bags used to collect ash from Sakurajima.
Utility poles with Kyushu Electric Power plates can be seen.
Notable companies
| Company | Code | Description | Financials | Dividend history |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumitomo Metal Mining | 5713 | Operates the Hishikari mine, Japan’s only gold mine with commercial-scale production. | ||
| Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) | - | National research and development agency responsible for aerospace policy. ※Not a private company. | - | - |