Higashisonogi, Nagasaki
As of March 31, 2017, the town has an estimated population of 8,175 and a density of 110 persons per km². The total area is 74.29 km². History. Historical records date back to before the 16th century. This was the crossing point for the 26 "Kirishitan" martyrs as they boarded some boats at this location and continued across the bay to Nagasaki where they were crucified as an example to all who practiced the Christian faith. Economy. The industry in the town includes construction, lumber, stone/rock forming, various agriculture and most famously, Japanese green tea. Education. There  is one junior high school, named Higashisonogi (東彼杵中学校, "Higashisonogi Chūgakkō") . There are also two elementary schools in Higashisonogi, also named Sonogi and Chiwata. Transportation. Located at the intersection of Routes 34 and 205, on the edge of Ōmura Bay, Higashisonogi has a convenient access to trains, buses, highway and has a port as well.