San'yōdō facts for kids
San'yōdō (山陽道) is a Japanese word that means two things. It was an old part of Japan, like a special area. It also refers to the main road that went through this area a long time ago.
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What Was the San'yōdō?
The San'yōdō was one of the important circuits (political divisions) in an old Japanese system called the Gokishichidō. This system was first set up during the Asuka period (around 538 to 710 AD).
Over many years, the government's use of the Gokishichidō system became less important. However, the traditional eight regions, including San'yōdō, continued to be known as cultural areas. People still used these names to describe different parts of the country.
Where is the San'yōdō Region Located?
The San'yōdō region is found in the southern part of Honshū, which is the largest island of Japan. This area is right next to the Seto Inland Sea.
Provinces of the San'yōdō
The San'yōdō region included eight ancient provinces. These were:
Modern Prefectures in the San'yōdō Area
Today, the land that was once the San'yōdō region is now part of four different prefectures in Japan. These modern prefectures are:
Modern Roads Following the San'yōdō Route
The path of the old San'yōdō road is still used today. Modern roads and train lines follow a similar route. These include:
- The national highway, Route 2
- The Sanyō Expressway
- The Sanyō Main Line train route, run by the West Japan Railway Company
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In Spanish: San'yōdō para niños
