Genzu

Genzu (亘水) is a city located in north-western Heisai Prefecture. As of 2022, it has an estimated population of around 20,000. 
Genzu has historically been a centre of mining in Heisai Prefecture, along with being involved heavily in rice farming. The city began as a small mining village known as Izusui ('silver water', a dialectal name which was standardised to its modern equivalent Genzu later). The town grew in the 1600s as it experienced an influx of the merchant classes. 
== Geography ==
Genzu is located in the foothills of the Hakahara Mountains, and also border the nearby Funo Hills. The Sanbun River flows down from the mountains and passes through the city's western ward. Genzu's southern borders with Yukigata and Senzan are formed by the Usamizu River. 
== Economy ==
Genzu's economy focuses primarily on lumber, agriculture, and metal/chemical manufacturing and processing. It is also a major tea producer for the prefecture. 
== Local attractions ==
- Genzu Park
- Koyū Bridge, which crosses the Sanbun River
- Genzu Furuku Tombs & Burial Site
- Izusui Castle ruins
- Koyūyama, forested hill on which there are popular hiking trails
- Genzu City Park