Ibi River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ibi River |
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Ibi River (left) flowing into Ise Bay. To the right is Kiso River.
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| Native name | 揖斐川 |
| Country | Japan |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Mount Kanmuri 1,257 m (4,124 ft) |
| River mouth | Ise Bay |
| Length | 121 km (75 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Kiso River |
| Basin size | 1,840 km2 (710 sq mi) |
The Ibi River (揖斐川 (Ibi-gawa)) is an important river in Japan. It flows through Gifu and Mie Prefectures. The Ibi River is a tributary of the Kiso River. This means it is a smaller river that flows into a larger one.
The Ibi River is part of a famous group called the Kiso Three Rivers. These are the Kiso, Nagara, and Ibi rivers. They all flow across the Nōbi Plain before reaching Ise Bay. The Ibi River is also known as one of Japan's "first class rivers." This means it is very important for the country.
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Where the Ibi River Flows
The Ibi River starts high up on Mount Kanmuri. This mountain is located where Gifu and Fukui prefectures meet. From there, the river travels about 121 kilometers (75 miles). It flows south, through different towns and cities.
As it gets closer to the sea, the Ibi River joins the Nagara and Kiso rivers. Together, they form a wide delta. This is a flat area of land where a river splits into many smaller streams. Finally, the Ibi River empties into Ise Bay. This bay is part of the Pacific Ocean.
The Kiso Three Rivers
The Ibi River is one of the Kiso Three Rivers. These rivers are very important to the Nōbi Plain. This plain is a large, flat area in central Japan. It is a major farming region. The rivers provide water for crops like rice.
The three rivers have shaped the land over many years. They have also been important for transportation and trade. People have built many bridges and dams along these rivers. These structures help control the water and generate electricity.
History Along the River
For a long time, the Ibi River has played a role in Japanese history. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Japan had a main road called the Tōkaidō. This road connected the capital city of Edo (now Tokyo) with Kyoto.
One of the important stops along this road was Kuwana-juku. This was a "post station" where travelers could rest. Kuwana-juku was located right on the western banks of the Ibi River. Travelers often had to cross the river here. This made the river a key part of their journey.
Images for kids
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Nishidaira Dam on the Ibi River in Ibigawa
See also
In Spanish: Río Ibi para niños
