Mifune, Kumamoto
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Mifune is a town in the Kamimashiki District of Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, known for its significant paleontological discoveries. The town's name is derived from a legend involving Emperor Keiko's ship docking in the region. It flourished as a mercantile center during the Edo Period.
Statistics
Area
99.03 km²
Population
16,468