Hasaishi

Hasaishi [海险 はさいし] is a city located in coastal Mikei Prefecture. As of 2022, it has a population of around 19,000.
Hasaishi is located on the Yamanoshi Headland, beneath the foothills of Mount Issai. The Shinata River runs through the centre of the city. Hasaishi is one of only two modern coastal cities in the prefecture, along with its neighbour Yonzu; the two municipalities were once divided into smaller towns and villages, but these were absorbed during the late 19th century. For over seven centuries, the areas of modern Hasaishi and Yonzu were known collectively as Nijūmugi or 'twelve bays', referring to the twelve fishing villages which existed there.
The economy of Hasaishi is based on commercial fishing and tourism, to a lesser extent. Some agriculture is also maintained. Traditionally, a large number of the population worked in fishing, seaweed production, and also rice farming. This has changed significantly in recent years with younger residents increasingly commuting to manufacturing and service jobs around the Hokuyama region.
== Local attractions ==
* Nijūmugi Temple
* Hasaishi Port Festival
* Hasaishi Fishing Museum
* Nōjin Lighthouse
* Hengata Beach
* Hasaishi Beach
* Kurosuke Beach