Iroyama

Iroyama [阳山 いろやま] is a city located in northern Hamae Prefecture. As of 2022, it has a population of around 530,000, and is the third-largest city in the prefecture.
== Geography ==
Iroyama is located in a mild valley between the northern and southern forks of the Banzan Mountains. The Namesu River flows along the city's southern border. Mount Sanbetsu looms over the eastern ward, and all through the year it is a popular spot for skiing, snowboarding and mountain trekking. Sanbetsu Temple, built in the 15th century, is one of Iroyama's best-known historical sites.
== Economy ==
Iroyama's economy first became known for the natural production of mentha (mint). At one point the region exported mint (known as ichi locally) in a scale that represented 70% of the world's mint consumption. Nowadays due to its size, Iroyama is a considerable industrial and commercial hub of the region. Most of its residents work in the tertiary sector. The extensive farmlands of the city are surrounded by large nature reserves spreading across the foothills of the north Banzan range. Abundant sunlight and fertile soil support the production of diverse produce, including rice, wheat/barley, potatoes, beans, onions and other vegetables, as well as dairy products, beef and pork.
== Local attractions ==
* Iroyama Flower Gardens
* Sanbetsu Temple
*Iroyama Fireworks Festival
* Mount Sanbetsu
* STARHILL kyōbun
* Kandzu Park
* Iroyama Museum of Art