About Toei town
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A view of Hongou (town centre)
from the Koubou mountain
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The town of Toei is located on central Honshuu. See
the maps...
A large proportion of the town, 91 % of the total area, is covered
by forests on steep terrain. The elevation of the mountains reach
a 700-1000 range over the entire area. Despite the mountainous area.
Toei has many beautiful rivers and streams. The Oochise River flows
across the middle of Toei from the west to the southeast. The river
converges on the Tenryuu River in Shizuoka prefecture.
The beauty of these mountains and rivers are well known throughout
Japan. Toei has been listed as part of the Tenryuu Okumikawa National
Park and the Aichi Prefectural Natural Park. Many people enjoy many
different outdoor activities, such as tramping, hiking, Ayu and
Amago fishing, and camping. The many historic sites and folkloric
arts, like the Hana Matsuri, appeals to researchers and students.
We have been keeping the culture and traditions of Toei alive for
many years. The townspeople love the beauty of the town. When you
visit our town, we will entertain you with the same love and hospitability.
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The Insignia of Toei
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The shape of the insignia represents a tortoise, which is a symbol
of lasting prosperity. The outer ring with the six horns (head,
tail, and feet) represents the harmony of the six villages that
were present when the town of Toei was founded. The overall image
was designed to express the Kanji character 
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The mountain in the middle of the circle, represents Toei as a forestry
region. The top of the mountain is higher than the center of the
circle, which represents the continuous growth of the town of Toei.
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The Charter of the town of Toei
We, the people of Toei town, will perform the following objectives...
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Better ourselves and enhance
the cultural activities of our town. |
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Work hard to build affluent lives |
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Maintain the laws and keep the order of
our town. |
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Raise our children in a bright family. |
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Keep our environment clean with our love
for the mountains, rivers, and roads. |
The song of Toei Town
Toei chouka (Lyric : Takeo Sugiura, Music : Teizou Nagami)
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Myoujin harete noboruhini
Kokoro mo masumu asaborake
Shigen yutakeki yamano tomi
Asemote hiraku norano sachi
Odoru sangyou iyasakano
Yukute kagayaku Toei chou
Furikusa Nane no kawa kiyoku
Hohoemu namino seseragi ga
Kuon no heiwa yoburokoro
Minshu akarui hitono wani
Kizuku bunka to jichi no hana
Fukuiku kaoru Toei chou
Midorino kazemo sawayakani
Sangaga egaku daiemaki
Kokozo sangaku kouento
Aa Hokusetuno wagamachiga
Tenkani hokoru kankouchi
Tataete nobase Toei chou
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Location of the Town Hall
Latitude : 35-04-30,
East longitude : 137-42-00,
Elevation : 240 metres
Population
4,822 (1st April 2002)
{Male : 2,261, Female : 2,561, Families : 1,788}
Area
123.4 squre kilometres
Date of Municipalization
1st April 1955
Pride of Toei town
Nature of the forests and rivers
Scenic and historic sites/spots
Various folkloric arts and festivals
Symbols of Toei town
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Flower of Toei : Yamayuri |
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Tree of Toei : Sugi
(Japanese ceder : Cryptomeria japonica) |
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Bird of Toei : Uguisu
(Bush Warbler : Cettia diphone) |
2003/10/01 Update
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