Tagawa, Fukuoka
Tagawa is a city located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on November 3, 1943.
As of October 1, 2018, the city has an estimated population of 48,241, with 24,537 households. Its total area is 54.52 km².
Tagawa was historically a coal mining city, and is easily recognizable by its two tall chimneys located near Tagawa-Ita. Currently active industries in Tagawa include limestone and cement production. Tirol miniature chocolates are manufactured in Tagawa. The TRIAL Kyushu warehouse is located in Ita-machi, and services TRIAL discount stores in all prefectures in Kyushu.
Tagawa is serviced by two main JR stations, Tagawa-Ita and Tagawa-Gotōji. These stations provide transport links to Kokura, Hita, and Shin-Iizuka via the Hitahikosan Line and Gotōji Line. In addition, the private rail company Heisei Chikuho Railway Line makes major stops at both Tagawa-Ita and Tagawa-Gotōji.
