Koriyama

Koriyama, written in Japanese as 郡山市, is a city in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. It sits in the central part of the prefecture, along the Abukuma River. The city serves as a regional administrative and commercial center for the southern Tohoku region and acts as a transportation hub within Fukushima.

Geography and climate: The city is located on the Abukuma Plateau and experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Rainfall is fairly distributed throughout the year, with heavier precipitation in the late spring and early summer.

History: The area has long been settled, and the modern city developed as a regional center in the postwar period. Koriyama expanded through municipal mergers and growth in the late 20th century, leading to its current status as a major urban center in the prefecture.

Economy and culture: Koriyama hosts a mix of retail, service industries, light manufacturing, and education-related activities. The city provides multiple public institutions, cultural facilities, and parks, and hosts local festivals and markets that reflect the region’s traditions.

Transportation: Koriyama is connected to other major cities by JR East railway lines and national highways, facilitating access to Tokyo, Sendai, and neighboring municipalities. The city is served by several train stations and a network of roadways that support regional mobility.