Asazuke

Asazuke [別坠 あさずけ] is a city located in northern Arami Prefecture. As of 2022, it has a population of around 34,000. It is widely considered to be the sister city of its neighbour Kuyu.
Asazuke began as a fishing village on the north-eastern coast, and grew rather slowly compared to other neighbouring settlements. The twin rivers Gono and Sazukemae running through the centre of the city also provide ample irrigation for rice farming. Built in a low plain, Asazuke is prone to flooding both from the oceanfront and from these waterways. Shōya Island off the east coast of Arami is accessible via ferry (taking one to two and a half hours) from Asazuke. 
On January 9, 2006, a heavy winter storm struck the city and other neighbouring settlements. At least 80 people died and more than 1,000 were injured.