Iwataki, Kyoto


Iwataki was a town located in Yosa District, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
In 2005, the town had an estimated population of 6,692 and a population density of 554 per km². The total area was 12.09 km².
On March 1, 2006,, Iwataki, along with the towns of Kaya and Nodagawa, was merged to create the town of Yosano.

Economy

Tango-chirimen, a special silk fabric with a unique texture known as crape is a major business for the region. A nickel processing plant located along the Nodagawa River provides employment for some of the local population. Tourism is also an important industry as many tourists come to visit the world-famous Amanohashidate, a natural land bridge that crosses the bay.

Education

Iwataki has one elementary school and one junior high school. A free public library is also open to the community.
The elementary school has science rooms, computer laboratories, a library, a kitchen for student cooking and a hot lunch program for students. The school has a good view of the town and the Amanohashidate.