Chikugo River facts for kids
The Chikugo River (筑後川, Chikugo-gawa) is a famous river in Japan. People sometimes call it "Chikushijirō." This long river flows through four prefectures: Kumamoto, Ōita, Fukuoka, and Saga. It starts high up near Mount Aso and travels 143 kilometers. This makes it the longest river on Japan's island of Kyūshū. Finally, it empties into the Ariake Bay.
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Discovering the Chikugo River
The Chikugo River is a very important river in Japan. It helps many people and animals. It provides water for farms and homes. The river also plays a big part in the history and culture of the areas it flows through.
Where Does the Chikugo River Flow?
This amazing river begins its journey near the famous Mount Aso. Mount Aso is a large active volcano in Japan. From there, the Chikugo River travels across a big part of the island of Kyushu. It passes through four different prefectures. These are like states or regions in Japan. The prefectures are Kumamoto, Ōita, Fukuoka, and Saga.
A Long Journey to the Sea
The Chikugo River is 143 kilometers (about 89 miles) long. This makes it the longest river on the entire island of Kyushu. As it flows, it collects water from many smaller streams and rivers. Its long journey ends when it reaches the Ariake Bay. The Ariake Bay is a large bay on the western coast of Kyushu.
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A historical artwork of the Chikugo River by Hiroshige.
