Hyōmi

Hyōmi [日免；ひょうみ] is a city located in northern Tomono Prefecture. As of 2022, it had a population of around 63,000. 
Hyōmi developed during the medieval period as a castle town surrounding Kuroke Castle, a stronghold in western Sanzama Province controlled by the Yoraku clan. It was a popular merchant's town during the 17th century and developed as a centre of trade throughout the early modern period.
== Geography ==
Hyōmi is located in a large flatland area on the border of Heisai Prefecture, part of the Deyama region. Lake Hyō is located to the north of the city, and a large portion of the Tsuyū River flows through the southern ward. The region is well-irrigated and arable, allowing for the large-scale production of rice and other grains. To the south, Hyōmi is bordered by the foothills of Mount Tohara.
== Economy ==
Hyōmi (along with neighboring Tsuyū) has been famous for sericulture since ancient times, with a cloth called hyōmi-nura being one of its most famous products. This cloth has been made since the late 17th century, and became popular during the 19th century for its silky texture and sheen. Now, however, due to the ubiquity of Western-style clothes, its popularity is decreasing.
The automotive equipment and electrical equipment manufacturing company Asaseki Corporation is headquartered in Hyōmi. The city is also home to Kanamiza Electric, a communications and electronics equipment manufacturer. Large industrial parks have been built in the suburbs, making it the leading industrial city in the prefecture. Hyōmi is also the base of Kan-List, a retailer of posters, toys, visual novels and assorted merchandise from Kanton's animation industry.
== Education ==
=== Universities ===
* Omiya University - Hyōmi campus
* Hyōmi College
* Deyama University
== Local attractions ==
* Hyōmi Shrine Gardens
* Hyōmi Temple
* Tsuyūmi Reijō
* Lake Hyō
* Kanoka Meadows - nature reserve
* STARHILL kyōbun (city centre)