Demographics

Per Japanese census data, the population of Iide peaked in the 1950s, and is now considerably less than what it was a century ago.

History

The area of present-day Iide was part of ancient Dewa Province. After the start of the Meiji period, most of the area of Iide became part of Nishiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture, with the establishment of the modern municipalities system. The village of Iide was established on October 1, 1954 by the merger of the villages of Toyohara, Sogawa and Toyokawa. It was elevated to town status on September 1, 1958 after merging with the village of Nakatsugawa from Minamiokitama District.

Economy

The economy of Iide is based on agriculture. About half of the Yonezawa beef originates from this town. The town is also noted for the brewing of nigori sake.

Education

Iide has four public elementary schools and one public middle school operated by the town government. The town does not have a high school.

Transportation

Railway

20px East Japan Railway Company - Yonesaka Line

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Highway

References

  • Official Website