Chikushino

Chikushino (筑紫野市, Chikushino-shi) is a city in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.[1][2] As of 29 February 2024[update], the city had an estimated population of 106,513 in 48029 households, and a population density of 1200 persons per km2.[3] The total area of the city is 87.73 km2 (33.87 sq mi). Chikushino is located in the central part of Fukuoka Prefecture, bordering Saga Prefecture in the southwest. The area near the prefectural border with Saga Prefecture is part of the Sefuri Mountain Range, and includes mountains such as Kiyama and Gongenyama. The area near the border with Iizuka City from the northeast to the east is part of the Sangun mountain range, with mountains such as Mt. Homan, 800 to 900 meters above sea level. The city is located approximately 15 kilometers south of the prefectural capital at Fukuoka City and approximately 20 kilometers north of Kurume. Fukuoka Prefecture