Mikuma River

Overview

The Mikuma River is the name given to a section of the upper main stream of the Chikugo River, a first-class river. It refers to the stretch downstream of the confluence with the Kusu River within Hita City, Oita Prefecture, and upstream of the area around the Yoake district. It flows near the city and is a familiar part of the local landscape.

Highlights

• ●A section of the upper main stream of the Chikugo River
• ●The reach downstream of the confluence with the Kusu River
• ●Named for the stretch upstream of the Yoake district area
• ●Flows through Hita City in Oita Prefecture

History

The Mikuma River is the name for part of the upper main stream of the Chikugo River, covering the reach downstream of its confluence with the Kusu River and upstream of the area around the Yoake district. The section of the main stream above the Mikuma River is called the Oyama River, so the same watercourse changes name by reach.

Map

33.3025, 130.9475 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head to the Mikuma riverside from central Hita
2. 2View the flow as the upper main stream of the Chikugo River
3. 3Follow it toward the confluence with the Kusu River
4. 4Enjoy the scenery along the river

Did you know?

💡 The stretch of the Chikugo River's main stream above the Mikuma River is called the Oyama River.

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