Higashichichibu
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The only village in Saitama Prefecture, Higashichichibu has a population of roughly 3,000 people in a deeply rural mountain valley. Traditional hosokawa-shi washi paper making is the heritage here — it's a UNESCO-recognized craft — but the economy and population are in long-term decline. Everyone knows everyone; outsiders are noticed immediately. There is no social infrastructure whatsoever.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Higashichichibu, Saitama?
$38k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Higashichichibu, Saitama?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in Higashichichibu, Saitama?
41% men have degree
What's the average male height in Higashichichibu, Saitama?
173 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Higashichichibu, Saitama?
Local women avg 22.5