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'''This page is about the administrative divisions and infrastructures of [[Izaland]].'''  
'''This page is about the administrative divisions of [[Izaland]].'''  
{{Main|Izaland}}
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{{Infobox admin div
{{Infobox admin div
| name = Izaland
| name = Izaland
| first-level = 24 ''prefectures'' (縣, ''ken'')<br />''Capital Special Administration District'' (首都特別自治区, ''Shuto tukubyeschitsiku'')<br />1 ''special city'' (特別市, ''tukubyesshi'')<br />1 ''territory'' (土, ''do'')
| first-level = 24 ''prefectures'' (縣, ''ken'')<br />''Capital Special Administration District'' (首都特別自治区, ''Shuto tukubyeschitsiku'')<br />1 ''special city'' (特別市, ''tukubyesshi'')<br />1 ''territory'' (土, ''do''), 1 special autonomous region,
| second-level = ''city'' (市, ''-shi''), ''town'' (町, ''-chō''), and ''village'' (村, ''-son'')
| second-level = ''city'' (市, ''-shi''), ''town'' (町, ''-chō''), and ''village'' (村, ''-son'')
| third-level = ''ward'' (区, ''-ku''), ''neighborhood'' (洞, ''dōn''), and ''rural hamlet'' (邑, ''-ūs'')
| third-level = ''ward'' (区, ''-ku''), ''neighborhood'' (洞, ''dōn''), and ''rural hamlet'' (邑, ''-ūs'')
}}
}}


==Administrative Divisions==
[[File:Izaland admin div.png|521x521px|thumb|The administrative divisions of Izaland|left]]
[[File:Izaland admin div.png|500px|thumb|The administrative divisions of Izaland]]
The '''administrative divisions of Izaland''' (Republic of Izaland) structure the country's territory for governance and statistical purposes. Izaland is divided into '''31 primary first-level local entities'''. These entities include:
The Republic of Izaland is divided into 29 local entities, including 24 prefectures (縣, ''ken''), the Capital Special Administration District (首都特別自治区, ''Shuto tukubyeschitsiku''), the special city of Warohan (深湾特別市, ''Warohan tukubyesshi'') and the special territory of Yenkaido Prefecture (遠海土, ''Yenkaido''). At the same time, in the north of Kubori Island La Piana (等平奈領, ''La Pyāna ryō'') is located. La Piana is de facto a Plevian speaking independent entity, although certain political functions such as foreign relations and defense are managed by Izaland on behalf.


After these subdivisions, according to the size of the settlement, ''cities'' (市, ''-shi''), ''towns'' (町, ''-chō''), and ''villages'' (村, ''-son'') are found. Criteria for these categories vary according to the different prefecture, but in general cities must have a population of at least 50,000 people, towns between 15,000 and 49,999, and villages under 15,000. There are cities even with less than 50,000 people, as well as towns with more than 50,000, such as {{node|180721348|Nappawa}} (78.669 people).
* '''24 Prefectures''' (縣, ''ken'')
* '''1 Capital Special Administration District''' (首都特別自治區, ''Shuto tukubyeschitsiku'')
* '''1 Special City''' (Warohan) (深湾特別市, ''Warohan tukubyesshi'')
* '''2 Special Territories'''
** '''Yenkaido Prefecture''' (遠海土, Yenkaido), the only prefecture with access to the [[Gulf of Volta]], extremely important for trade and fishing, and one of the main ports in northeastern Uletha.
** '''Weidtal Autonomous Area''' (''Autonomes Gebiet Weidtal'' / 柳谷自治區, ''Waital'' ''chitsiku''), primarily inhabited by [[Kalmish]]-speaking populations. Although integral parts of Izaland, they function as ''de facto'' pene-exclaves due to their location north of the Aigan Mountain range, making them accessible by land only through neighboring [[Blönland]].


These first-level entities are further subdivided into '''municipalities''', which form the second tier of local government. The classification of these municipalities generally depends on population size and varies somewhat between prefectures:
* '''Cities''' (市, ''-shi''): Typically require a population of at least 50,000.
* '''Towns''' (町, ''-chō'' or ''-nata''): Generally have populations between 15,000 and 49,999.
* '''Villages''' (村, ''-son'' or ''-tashi''): Usually have populations under 15,000.
* '''Mountain communities''' (山岳自治団体, ''sankaku chitsiku''), to jointly exercise certain municipal functions and to execute their functions specifically assigned by the prefecture (found in Nikorenatsuki, Usmasaki, Yenkaido and Sahasamo prefectures.
It's important to note that exceptions to these population criteria exist. Some settlements designated as cities may have fewer than 50,000 residents, while some towns, such as {{node|180721348|Nappawa}} (with a population of 78,669), significantly exceed the typical threshold for city designation.
= Prefectures =
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|[[File:Yenkaido prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Yenkaido flag.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Yenkaido flag.svg|100px]]
|Yenkaido
|Yenkaido
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|[[File:Doonpuku Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Dōnpuku flag.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Dōnpuku flag.svg|100px]]
|Dōnpuku
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|37,07
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|[[File:Usmashaki Pref (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Usmasaki.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Usmasaki.svg|100px]]
|Usmashaki
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|[[File:Makkenoke Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Makkenoke.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Makkenoke.svg|100px]]
|Makkenoke
|Makkenoke
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|[[File:Shinsun Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
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|[[File:Nikorenatsuki Prefecture (Izaland).svg|100px]]
|[[File:Nikorenatsuki flag.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Nikorenatsuki flag.svg|100px]]
|Nikorenatsuki
|{{Relation|287233|Nikorenatsuki|x}}
|越不原懸
|越不原懸
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|Tsobunetoka (旭市市)
|{{Node|257610145|Tsobunetoka (旭市市)}}
|18.951,05
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|[[File:Kasaki Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Kasaki flag.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Kasaki flag.svg|100px]]
|Kasaki
|{{Relation|293779|Kasaki|x}}
|加羽懸
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|[[File:Riyatoma Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
|[[File:Riyatoma flag.svg|100px]]
|[[File:Riyatoma flag.svg|100px]]
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|[[File:Sahasamo Prefecture (Izaland).svg|150px]]
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|[[File:Anbira_Prefecture_(Izaland).svg|150px]]
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=== Main cities ===
== Cities of Izaland ==
[[File:Cities of Izaland.png|707x707px|thumb|The main cities of Izaland|alt=]]
[[File:Cities of Izaland.png|707x707px|thumb|The main cities of Izaland|alt=]]Izaland is a highly urbanized nation, with 86.7% of its population living in urban areas. The distribution of its cities is strongly shaped by the country's geography. Major population centers and urban development are predominantly concentrated along coastal plains and lowlands. Key urban agglomerations are found along the western coast of Kubori Island, the shores facing the Eira Inner Sea, the region east of the capital [[Sainðaul]], and within the extensive Makke-Riya metropolitan area (one of the largest urbanised areas located higher than 1200 m on sea level in [[Eastern Uletha]]). These areas likely represent corridors of high population density and economic activity.
 
In contrast, the flatter, primarily agricultural prefectures of Kasaki, Anbira, Toasa, and Doonpuku exhibit a different pattern; here, mid-sized cities (typically 150,000 to 300,000 inhabitants) are more evenly dispersed, acting as regional centers surrounded by numerous smaller towns and villages. Conversely, the largely mountainous regions, such as Shinsun, Yuttsamo, and Usmashaki, host significantly fewer cities due to the challenging terrain, with most settlements consisting of smaller towns and villages nestled in mountain valleys.
 
Formal designation as a "city" (''shi'') requires meeting several conditions set by law, reflecting their status as significant urban centers. While a minimum population of 50,000 is a general benchmark, it is not the sole criterion. A potential city must also demonstrate a strong urban character: at least 70% of its households must be located within a defined central urban area, and a minimum of 60% of households must derive their livelihood from commerce, industry, or other typically urban occupations, rather than agriculture. Additionally, prospective cities must satisfy any further conditions stipulated by the specific prefecture's ordinances. The final designation is granted upon approval by both the relevant prefectural governor and the national Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:right;"
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:right;"
|+List of the cities with a population larger than 500.000 inhabitants
|+List of the cities with a population larger than 500.000 inhabitants
!Rank
!Rank
!City
!City
!Askaoza
!Byakuji
!Byakuji
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|-
| align="center" | 1 || align="left" |[[Sainðaul]]
| align="center" | 1 || align="left" |[[Sainðaul]]
|ટ૮ાપ્​ઢૃ૮ેધ્
|作安崎市||[[File:Jiefangbei.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 11.342.957 || 12.127.335 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Sainzaul_flag.png|50px]] Capital Special District
|作安崎市||[[File:Jiefangbei.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 11.342.957 || 12.127.335 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Sainzaul_flag.png|50px]] Capital Special District
|-
|-
| align="center" | 2 || align="left" |Warohan
| align="center" | 2 || align="left" |Warohan
|૮િદ૾તપ્
|深灣特別市||[[File:View from roof of Hinoyama Station (south) 3.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 5.987.227 || 6.036.829 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Warohan.png|50px]] Warohan Special City
|深灣特別市||[[File:View from roof of Hinoyama Station (south) 3.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 5.987.227 || 6.036.829 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Warohan.png|50px]] Warohan Special City
|-
|-
| align="center" | 3 || align="left" |Panaireki
| align="center" | 3 || align="left" |Panaireki
|રપ૮ાદૅડા
|若林氏||[[File:Taiwan_Boulevard.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 3.367.229 || 3.572.889|| ↗ || align="left" | Ōhan
|若林氏||[[File:Taiwan_Boulevard.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 3.367.229 || 3.572.889|| ↗ || align="left" | Ōhan
|-
|-
| align="center" | 4 || align="left" |Kichatsura
| align="center" | 4 || align="left" |Kichatsura
|ડામઢેદ
|亀茶汐市||[[File:Guadalupe and Pasig River (close-up) (Makati)(2018-12-10).jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 2.678.223 || 2.997.900|| ↗ || align="left" |Midōhinnan
|亀茶汐市||[[File:Guadalupe and Pasig River (close-up) (Makati)(2018-12-10).jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 2.678.223 || 2.997.900|| ↗ || align="left" |Midōhinnan
|-
|-
| align="center" | 5 || align="left" |Sannupuri
| align="center" | 5 || align="left" |Sannupuri
|ટપ્પેરેદા
|乾山市||[[File:St_Michaels_Cathedral_West_Front.png|250px|frameless]]|| 1.878.990 || 1.821.901|| ↘ || align="left" |[[File:Yenkaido flag.svg|50px]] Yenkaido
|乾山市||[[File:St_Michaels_Cathedral_West_Front.png|250px|frameless]]|| 1.878.990 || 1.821.901|| ↘ || align="left" |[[File:Yenkaido flag.svg|50px]] Yenkaido
|-
|-
| align="center" | 6 || align="left" |Daishin
| align="center" | 6 || align="left" |Daishin
|ઠૃ૮ાયાપ્
|大進市||[[File:SapporoCity_Skylines2020.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.528.990 || 1.587.889 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Daishin.png|50px]] Daishin
|大進市||[[File:SapporoCity_Skylines2020.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.528.990 || 1.587.889 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Daishin.png|50px]] Daishin
|-
|-
| align="center" | 7 || align="left" |Riimibaiken
| align="center" | 7 || align="left" |Riimibaiken
|દાઃઇારૃ૮ાડૅપ્
| ||[[File:Kobe_unterwegs_in_Kobe_3.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.323.229 || 1.315.119 || ↘ || align="left" |[[File:Komokata flag.svg|50px]] Komokata
| ||[[File:Kobe_unterwegs_in_Kobe_3.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.323.229 || 1.315.119 || ↘ || align="left" |[[File:Komokata flag.svg|50px]] Komokata
|-
|-
| align="center" | 8 || align="left" |Riyatoma
| align="center" | 8 || align="left" |Riyatoma
|દા૮ોઠ૾ઇ
|追庥市||[[File:SendaiCity_Skylines_from_Mukaiyama2018.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 922.110 || 1.124.002 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Riyatoma flag.svg|50px]] Riyatoma
|追庥市||[[File:SendaiCity_Skylines_from_Mukaiyama2018.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 922.110 || 1.124.002 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Riyatoma flag.svg|50px]] Riyatoma
|-
|-
| align="center" | 9 || align="left" |Makkenoke
| align="center" | 9 || align="left" |Makkenoke
|ઇડ્ડૅપ૾ડૅ
|平坂市||[[File:Kurashiki_Canal_Area.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.020.992 || 1.115.232 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Makkenoke.svg|50px]] Makkenoke
|平坂市||[[File:Kurashiki_Canal_Area.jpg|250px|frameless]]|| 1.020.992 || 1.115.232 || ↗ || align="left" |[[File:Makkenoke.svg|50px]] Makkenoke
|-
|-
| align="center" | 10 || align="left" |Illashiya
| align="center" | 10 || align="left" |Illashiya
| ||[[File:1_splendid_china_shenzhen_2011.JPG|250px|frameless]]|| 978.229 || 1.025.220 || ↗ || align="left" | Otsumirunka
|૮ાધ્ધયા૮ો
| 狐棲市||[[File:1_splendid_china_shenzhen_2011.JPG|250px|frameless]]|| 978.229 || 1.025.220 || ↗ || align="left" | Otsumirunka
|-
|-
|11
|11
|Isadashi
|Isadashi
|૮ાટઠૃયા
|安村市
|安村市
|[[File:SaitamaShintoshin night view.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
|[[File:SaitamaShintoshin night view.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
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|12
|Kanlisahna
|Kanlisahna
|ડપ્​ધાટત્​પ
|船灣市
|船灣市
|[[File:Night Views from Mount Sarakura 20170527-8.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
|[[File:Night Views from Mount Sarakura 20170527-8.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
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|13
|Sonzhin
|Sonzhin
|ટ૾પ્​યૃાપ્
|尊臣市
|尊臣市
|[[File:2020상무시청로.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
|[[File:2020상무시청로.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
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|14
|Shirukami
|Shirukami
|યાદેડઇા
|荒釜市
|荒釜市
|[[File:Kawasaki Daishi Main Hall.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
|[[File:Kawasaki Daishi Main Hall.jpg|frameless|250x250px]]
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|15
|Nagareki
|Nagareki
|પડૃદૅડા
|沼浦市
|沼浦市
|[[File:高松市街（百舌坂より）.JPG|frameless|250x250px]]
|[[File:高松市街（百舌坂より）.JPG|frameless|250x250px]]
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==Demographics==
== Main metropolitan areas of Izaland ==
{{Infobox demography
| name = Izaland
| demonym = Izaki
| official_languages = Izaki
| minority_languages = Aynu Itak, Konbaki, Eituus
| ethnicity_bars = {{bar percent|Izaki|blue|92.1}}{{bar percent|Other Ulethan|cornflowerblue|4.5}}{{bar percent|Northern Archantan|gold|2.5}}{{bar percent|Other|black|0.9}}
| religion_bars = {{bar percent|Peritan Christicism|blue|43.4}}{{bar percent|Budicism|red|28.3}}{{bar percent|Other|orange|2.1}}{{bar percent|Irreligious|gray|21.2}}
| literacy = {{steady}} 100%
| life_expectancy = {{steady}} 80 (male)<br /> {{decrease}} 85 (female)
}}
With a population of more than 117 millions of inhabitants, Izaland is a heavily densely populated country (about 385 people per sq km), especially considering that vast inner areas of Kubori island and the north-east are not interested by an intensive urban development. The 92,1 of the population belongs to the Izaki ethnicity, with the remaining 7,9% being immigrants, mostly from Pasundan-Padjadjaran, Wiwaxia and Commonia's countries, and other expats from other countries in Uletha (Belphenia, Kojo, Saikyel).
The population of Izaland is largely urban, as the major economic centers since the beginning of industrialization have attracted a large part of the young population from rural areas.
 
===Race===
It is difficult to trace a genetic profile of the Izanish race, as since the dawn of time there has been a profound mixture of different ethnic groups, both Uletian and Arcanthic. Physiognomically, Izanish people's face appears to be of an oriental type, with dark hair, black almond-shaped eyes and a slightly pronounced nose. However, there is no lack of genotypes belonging to more Western races, such as lighter colored eyes (ocher, olive green and, very rarely, blue) and hair tending to brown.
 
===Urban planning===
A characteristic of the territorial development of Izaki urban centers lies in the fact that, compared to other nations, there are few small isolated villages, while the number of large and medium-sized cities is greater. This is due not only to a greater ease in the distribution of goods, but also to the ancient philosophy of "''jiyenchohwashisān''" (自然調和思想), or "thought of harmony with nature", drawn up from the 5th century BC by the Taemasa dynasty.
 
This method of land planning was based on both scientific and astrological criteria, and the positioning of towns and villages was well defined. As the Taemasa dynasty aggregated, through conquests, new territories that had independently developed their regional urban planning, it came, in certain cases, to relocate entire villages, if they did not respect the precepts of the "''jiyenchohwashisān''".
 
Although urban planning is still based on modern criteria, the ministry of the environment keeps a careful eye in order to avoid land consumption in the territory.
 
===Major metropolitan areas===
Izaland is a high-densely populated country, and most of its population lives in urbanized areas. In addition to the Greater Sainðaul area (about 23.4 million inhabitants), other noteworthy metropolitan areas are that of Warohan-Eyenniyul (15 million), Panaireki (5.6 million), Kichatsura (3.2 million), Isadashi (2.7 million), Shirukami-Sahnajima (1.7 million), Makkeriya (Riyatoma and Makkenoke, 2.9 million), Sannupuri (2.2 million), Daishin (1.6 million), Ikkashiya-Katayoshi ( 1.7 million) and Reilusahna (1.5 million).
Izaland is a high-densely populated country, and most of its population lives in urbanized areas. In addition to the Greater Sainðaul area (about 23.4 million inhabitants), other noteworthy metropolitan areas are that of Warohan-Eyenniyul (15 million), Panaireki (5.6 million), Kichatsura (3.2 million), Isadashi (2.7 million), Shirukami-Sahnajima (1.7 million), Makkeriya (Riyatoma and Makkenoke, 2.9 million), Sannupuri (2.2 million), Daishin (1.6 million), Ikkashiya-Katayoshi ( 1.7 million) and Reilusahna (1.5 million).


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The list of the main metropolitan areas (consideres as "community of commuters to the central city") follows.
The list of the main metropolitan areas (consideres as "community of commuters to the central city") follows.


== Main metropolitan areas of Izaland ==
=== Greater Sainðaul ===
=== Greater Sainðaul ===
[[File:Greater Saindzaul.png|600px|thumb|right|Extent of the Greater Sainðaul daily commuting region]]
[[File:Greater Saindzaul.png|600px|thumb|right|Extent of the Greater Sainðaul daily commuting region]]
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=== Sannupuri "Hukkai-toshikōn" area ===
=== Sannupuri "Hukkai-toshikōn" area ===
One of the largest conurbations on the Gulf of Volta, is made of Sannupuri, the main city, and Haisaraha, Meanlera, Wakkanupu, Pekonai, Chunnitai, Atsuras, Otamun, Askokorsu, and Hwarin.
One of the largest conurbations on the Gulf of Volta, is made of Sannupuri, the main city, and Haisaraha, Meanlera, Wakkanupu, Pekonai, Chunnitai, Atsuras, Otamun, Askokorsu, and Hwarin.
== Telecommunications ==
Izaland can count on one of the most advanced communication networks in the world. According to the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, in 2019 about 97 million people used mobile phones to access the Internet, accounting for about 86% of individual Internet users.
=== Telephone ===
* '''Telephones - main lines''' in use: 86,7 million (2009)
** '''Telephone country code''': +381
* '''Telephone - cellular lines''' in use: 132,2 million (2014)
** Cellular lines prefixes: 020-, 025-, 030-, 035-, 040-
** Mobile operators: ''Izatel'', ''Its'Izy'', ''Rihtacom''
Due to the high ownership of mobile phones, nowadays public telephones are getting rarer and rarer. Izatel, the main fixed line operator started removing most of them since 2015, leaving them only in limited locations.
=== Internet ===
About 98,3 million people in Izaland (or 84.0 % of the population) use the Internet. The country has one of the world's fastest average internet connection speed (23,5 Mbps as of 2016), and Gigabit class connections are available in the major cities. Mobile lines 5G availability covers all the prefecture capitals (except for Fudoasamo, in Usmashaki Prefecture), and the 13,5 % of the country as of 2022. 


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This page is about the administrative divisions of Izaland.

File:Gnome-edit-redo-bw.svg Main article: Izaland
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Administrative divisions of Izaland
First-level24 prefectures (縣, ken)
Capital Special Administration District (首都特別自治区, Shuto tukubyeschitsiku)
1 special city (特別市, tukubyesshi)
1 territory (土, do), 1 special autonomous region,
Second-levelcity (市, -shi), town (町, -chō), and village (村, -son)
Third-levelward (区, -ku), neighborhood (洞, dōn), and rural hamlet (邑, -ūs)


The administrative divisions of Izaland

The administrative divisions of Izaland (Republic of Izaland) structure the country's territory for governance and statistical purposes. Izaland is divided into 31 primary first-level local entities. These entities include:

  • 24 Prefectures (縣, ken)
  • 1 Capital Special Administration District (首都特別自治區, Shuto tukubyeschitsiku)
  • 1 Special City (Warohan) (深湾特別市, Warohan tukubyesshi)
  • 2 Special Territories
    • Yenkaido Prefecture (遠海土, Yenkaido), the only prefecture with access to the Gulf of Volta, extremely important for trade and fishing, and one of the main ports in northeastern Uletha.
    • Weidtal Autonomous Area (Autonomes Gebiet Weidtal / 柳谷自治區, Waital chitsiku), primarily inhabited by Kalmish-speaking populations. Although integral parts of Izaland, they function as de facto pene-exclaves due to their location north of the Aigan Mountain range, making them accessible by land only through neighboring Blönland.

These first-level entities are further subdivided into municipalities, which form the second tier of local government. The classification of these municipalities generally depends on population size and varies somewhat between prefectures:

  • Cities (市, -shi): Typically require a population of at least 50,000.
  • Towns (町, -chō or -nata): Generally have populations between 15,000 and 49,999.
  • Villages (村, -son or -tashi): Usually have populations under 15,000.
  • Mountain communities (山岳自治団体, sankaku chitsiku), to jointly exercise certain municipal functions and to execute their functions specifically assigned by the prefecture (found in Nikorenatsuki, Usmasaki, Yenkaido and Sahasamo prefectures.

It's important to note that exceptions to these population criteria exist. Some settlements designated as cities may have fewer than 50,000 residents, while some towns, such as Nappawa (with a population of 78,669), significantly exceed the typical threshold for city designation.

Prefectures

Izaland administrative subdivisions
Region map Flag District Name Hanji writing Postal
abbrev. 		District Capital Area (km2) Population Pop.

Density

Yenkaido 遠海土 YK Sannupuri (乾山市) 33.938,70 3.298.780 97,20
Dōnpuku 東北縣 DP Sonzhin (尊神市) 24.219,53 897,220 37,07
Usmashaki 越馬石懸 UM Rihaul (高崎市) 9.356,01
Makkenoke 平坂懸 MN Makkenoke (平坂市) 8.572,31
Shinsun 信旬懸 SU Hidankoibo (森袋市) 12.081,30
Nikorenatsuki 越不原懸 NN Tsobunetoka (旭市市) 18.951,05
Kasaki 加羽懸 KS Poridake (登館市) 25.088,93
Riyatoma 追庥懸 RT Riyatoma (追庥市) 16.937,74 7.256.780 428,43
Sahasamo 佐羽山縣 SS Yuisheo 12.934,29 425.700 267,03
Toasa 土阿嵯懸 TA Nagareki (沼浦市) 25.719,72
Anbira 案備羅懸 AR Tarago (多羅悟市) 17.066,85
Yuttsamo 氷山縣 YS Gaintei 10.493,46 782.500 424,46
Kwando 関渡縣 KD Shirukami（荒釜市） 9.156,26 1.456.609 989,01
Otsumisamo 東山縣 OS Isadashi (安村市) 4.925,90 3.287.980 667,48
Karuhama 松島縣 KH Kawayatsu (嘉夬苫市) 1376,34 1.867.900 1.357,15
National Capital District 首都特別自治区 CD Sainðaul (作安崎) 502,60 12.345.600 24.563,47
Tōkai 東海縣 TK Sabullan (𖬖𖬇𖬰𐐢𖬈𖬳ᐢ市) 3.164,84 3.567.809 1.127,33
Komokata 其泉縣 KT Riimibaiken 3.164,84 5.560.398 1.476,92
Otsumirunka 東道縣 OR Onnojaris (恩之鰹市) 4059,05 521.920 128,58
La Piana 等平奈領 LP La Piana 10,38 252 24,28
Midōhinnan 美道花縣 MH Kichatsura (亀茶汐市) 974,55 652.069 669,10
Nawatsawa 翠林縣 NT Kanlisahna (船灣市) 2754,35 927.556 336,76
Ōhan 大弯縣 ON Panaireki (若浦市) 5626,98 4.456.772 792,04
Warohan Special City 深湾特別市 WH Warohan （深灣市） 516,99 6.345.502 12.273,94
Nankai 南海縣 NI Satsokoibo（青袋市） 2073,64 1.789.765 863,10
Daishin 大進縣 DS Daishin (大進市) 3992,88 1.556.782 389,89
Shōlyon 祥籠縣 SL Jinneisoke (神寍昃市) 2610,85
Itakiri 雷磯縣 IK Sagoma (叉古万市) 3848,21 1.925.678 500,41
Izaland Total 307,403.27 117.000.000 380.75

Cities of Izaland

The main cities of Izaland

Izaland is a highly urbanized nation, with 86.7% of its population living in urban areas. The distribution of its cities is strongly shaped by the country's geography. Major population centers and urban development are predominantly concentrated along coastal plains and lowlands. Key urban agglomerations are found along the western coast of Kubori Island, the shores facing the Eira Inner Sea, the region east of the capital Sainðaul, and within the extensive Makke-Riya metropolitan area (one of the largest urbanised areas located higher than 1200 m on sea level in Eastern Uletha). These areas likely represent corridors of high population density and economic activity.

In contrast, the flatter, primarily agricultural prefectures of Kasaki, Anbira, Toasa, and Doonpuku exhibit a different pattern; here, mid-sized cities (typically 150,000 to 300,000 inhabitants) are more evenly dispersed, acting as regional centers surrounded by numerous smaller towns and villages. Conversely, the largely mountainous regions, such as Shinsun, Yuttsamo, and Usmashaki, host significantly fewer cities due to the challenging terrain, with most settlements consisting of smaller towns and villages nestled in mountain valleys.

Formal designation as a "city" (shi) requires meeting several conditions set by law, reflecting their status as significant urban centers. While a minimum population of 50,000 is a general benchmark, it is not the sole criterion. A potential city must also demonstrate a strong urban character: at least 70% of its households must be located within a defined central urban area, and a minimum of 60% of households must derive their livelihood from commerce, industry, or other typically urban occupations, rather than agriculture. Additionally, prospective cities must satisfy any further conditions stipulated by the specific prefecture's ordinances. The final designation is granted upon approval by both the relevant prefectural governor and the national Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.

List of the cities with a population larger than 500.000 inhabitants
Rank City Askaoza Byakuji View 2010 census 2022 estimate Change Region
1 Sainðaul ટ૮ાપ્​ઢૃ૮ેધ્ 作安崎市 File:Jiefangbei.jpg 11.342.957 12.127.335 ↗ Capital Special District
2 Warohan ૮િદ૾તપ્ 深灣特別市 File:View from roof of Hinoyama Station (south) 3.jpg 5.987.227 6.036.829 ↗ Warohan Special City
3 Panaireki રપ૮ાદૅડા 若林氏 File:Taiwan Boulevard.jpg 3.367.229 3.572.889 ↗ Ōhan
4 Kichatsura ડામઢેદ 亀茶汐市 File:Guadalupe and Pasig River (close-up) (Makati)(2018-12-10).jpg 2.678.223 2.997.900 ↗ Midōhinnan
5 Sannupuri ટપ્પેરેદા 乾山市 File:St Michaels Cathedral West Front.png 1.878.990 1.821.901 ↘ Yenkaido
6 Daishin ઠૃ૮ાયાપ્ 大進市 File:SapporoCity Skylines2020.jpg 1.528.990 1.587.889 ↗ Daishin
7 Riimibaiken દાઃઇારૃ૮ાડૅપ્ File:Kobe unterwegs in Kobe 3.jpg 1.323.229 1.315.119 ↘ File:Komokata flag.svg Komokata
8 Riyatoma દા૮ોઠ૾ઇ 追庥市 File:SendaiCity Skylines from Mukaiyama2018.jpg 922.110 1.124.002 ↗ Riyatoma
9 Makkenoke ઇડ્ડૅપ૾ડૅ 平坂市 File:Kurashiki Canal Area.jpg 1.020.992 1.115.232 ↗ Makkenoke
10 Illashiya ૮ાધ્ધયા૮ો 狐棲市 File:1 splendid china shenzhen 2011.JPG 978.229 1.025.220 ↗ Otsumirunka
11 Isadashi ૮ાટઠૃયા 安村市 File:SaitamaShintoshin night view.jpg 824.005 897.550 ↗ Otsumisano
12 Kanlisahna ડપ્​ધાટત્​પ 船灣市 File:Night Views from Mount Sarakura 20170527-8.jpg 711.229 783.480 ↗ Nawatsawa
13 Sonzhin ટ૾પ્​યૃાપ્ 尊臣市 File:2020상무시청로.jpg 792.880 782.330 ↘ Dōnpuku
14 Shirukami યાદેડઇા 荒釜市 File:Kawasaki Daishi Main Hall.jpg 621.223 678.920 ↗ Kwandō
15 Nagareki પડૃદૅડા 沼浦市 File:高松市街（百舌坂より）.JPG 642.992 623.990 ↘ Toasa

Warohan

Warohan
深灣特別市
Special City
CountryIzaland
Population
 • Estimate (2020)6,345,502
DemonymWarohanese
Government
 • City GovernorEika Sattasoi
 • Vice GovernorMikos Erikamu
Area
 • Total516,99 km2
Postal Code500-0001 - 505-499
Telephone Code03
Metrotbd
Websitetoshi.warohan.gov.iz

Warohan (深灣特別市, Warohan tukubyesshi; IPA reading: /'wa:rohan/) is the second largest city of Izaland, located in the southwestern part of Kubori Island within a deeply rugged inlet. The name comes from this location and means "deep bay". With a population of over 6 million, rising to around 10 million when the metropolitan area is included, Warohan is an important international port, controlling traffic within the Sound of Pa.

Warohan is located in the innermost part of Warohan Bay, and its formidable position has protected the city from invasions and intruders. In particular, during the Khaiwan period, the ancient Ipseris built many fortifications along the bifurcated forms of the coastline that led from the open sea to the harbour.

Today's Warohan territory is spread over a 500 square kilometre peninsula that separates Warohan Bay from the lagoon to the east. The historic centre of Warohan is on Kokennaka Island, linked to the modern city by the old Kogyo Bridge and the newer Irasone Tunnel.

Administrative divisions

Warohan is a special city, due to its status and economic, cultural and historical importance. Warohan is further divided into 12 wards (区, ku):

  • Juwon-gu (中央区)
  • Aimasa-ku (愛馬沙区)
  • Runijakkai-ku (ーー区)
  • Awanae-ku (ーー区)
  • Sennora-ku (ーー区)
  • Bibaisone-ku (ーー区)
  • Hāndō-ku (杭峒区)
  • Seyeka-ku (ーー区)
  • Takarun-ku (太加柳区)
  • Kakudonga-ku (小雷区)
  • Chipotsoi-ku (ーー区)
  • Kaidasayo-ku (刀木区)
Sibling Cities

Warohan has a sibling city partnership with the following worldwide cities, as per the guidelines of Sibling Cities of the World:

Panaireki

Panaireki
若浦市
city
CountryIzaland
 • PrefectureŌhan
Population
 • Estimate (2020)3,246,016
DemonymPanairekians
Government
 • MayorTarissao Hekamore
 • Vice mayorShijinka Yasetori
Area
 • Total825,34 km2
Postal Code325-0001 - 327-499
Telephone Code04
Metrotbd
Websitetoshi.panaireki.gov.iz

Panaireki (若浦市 - File:Panaireki in kasechi.png Panaireki-shi; IPA reading: /pa'naj:reki/) is the third largest city of Izaland, located more or less in the center of the west coast of Kubori island within an ample bay (Ōhan bay). Panaireki hosts the prestigious Panaireki Institute of Technology (PIT), one of the most advanced research centers in the field of medicine and nanotechnologies worldwide, and thus attract a wide number of students from Izaland and Eastern Uletha as well as many farmaceutical companies. Among them, in Panaireki we can find the headquarters of Naðuro Yakujai, an important medicines developer.

Geography

Panaireki is located in the center of a wide bay, protected by a handful of islands and some peninsulas, thus has been an important port since prehistoric times. The city develops on a wide plain area with almost no hills or mountains, and this allowed it to stretch in many directions more easily than other cities. Two rivers, the Etsukui and the Shwamul make their way to the sea by passing through Panaireki center.

Islands

Some islands are located off-shore the main city: Kinchōri (金丁里) right in front of the port, Ihanus, a former volcanic island topped by the 1128 m Mount Sashamui, and the uninhabited island of Roroyo (絽絽与), right south the former. The port area is made of 8 man made islands, built between 1991 and 2016 to expand the cargo port, which is one of the most actives in the country.

Lakes

Panaireki city boundaries also include a certain number of natural lakes, what remains of a former marsh, reclaimed in the 20th century during the role of King Atsakin VI. The most remarkable remaining lakes are the Nemishoha, the Utsama and the Genjō lakes, oasis of peace and relax for many locals as well as tourists.

Demography

Panaireki, with a population of 3,2 million inhabitants is the third largest city in Izaland, and including the neighboring cities, the metro area population reaches 5,289,446 inhabitants (2019). If we include the suburban area of Kichatsura city, located 70 km north, the Panaireki-Kichatsura megalopolis (若亀大都市圏, Nyakki daitoshiken) counts x.xxx.xxx people, making it the second most populated region in Izaland after the capital, and before Warohan city area.

City Population
Panaireki 3,246,016
Nugamochi 670,210
Kimusasari 324,020
Dongamoe 224,220
Ishiraro 196,330
Sasarua 173,890
Rimultan 125,220
Ajahissan 105,220
Issaroiko 63,220
Ehakuro 54,660
Yokona 34,220
Kashioka 72,220

Main metropolitan areas of Izaland

Izaland is a high-densely populated country, and most of its population lives in urbanized areas. In addition to the Greater Sainðaul area (about 23.4 million inhabitants), other noteworthy metropolitan areas are that of Warohan-Eyenniyul (15 million), Panaireki (5.6 million), Kichatsura (3.2 million), Isadashi (2.7 million), Shirukami-Sahnajima (1.7 million), Makkeriya (Riyatoma and Makkenoke, 2.9 million), Sannupuri (2.2 million), Daishin (1.6 million), Ikkashiya-Katayoshi ( 1.7 million) and Reilusahna (1.5 million).

Other towns of some importance are, in no particular order: Atsujīl, Sagoma, Kanlisahna, Muanake, Jinneisoke, Nagareki and Poridake. The list of the main metropolitan areas (consideres as "community of commuters to the central city") follows.

Greater Sainðaul

Extent of the Greater Sainðaul daily commuting region

The Greater Sainðaul, includes the whole Capital Special Administration District (CSAD), as well as a number of cities and towns located in the neighboring prefectures (Tōkai, Karuhama, Komokata and Otsumirunka). The special cities and towns included in the special district are:

  • Shakihori-shi (石登市)
  • Shimoroboe-shi （亀岡市）
  • Dankau-shi （檀洪市）
  • Ibaruno-shi
  • Kaimura-nata
  • Yōneo-nata

List of the cities and towns of the Greater Sainðaul metropolitan area (work in progress):

Name Izaki Population Type Prefecture
Shakihori-shi 石登市 552,679 city CSAD
Shimoroboe-shi 亀岡市 54,762 city CSAD
Dankau-shi 檀洪市 178,560 city CSAD
Ibaruno-shi 121,778 city CSAD
Kaimura-nata town CSAD
Yōneo-nata town CSAD
Riimibaiken 1,323,229 city Komokata
Tahamuro 78,227 city Komokata
Bibaisone 133,429 city Komokata
Tswankanami 芽咲市 425,670 city Komokata
Taikinda 51,880 city Komokata
Chikawari 312,889 city Komokata
Naesoya 92,228 city Komokata
Seika 西鹿市 261,889 city Komokata
Tahafuga city Komokata
Sakkudemo city Komokata
Pyanuza 145,330 city Komokata
Kirijima city Komokata
Sakkahon city Komokata
Katayoshi city Komokata
Hukensoma town Komokata
Hashimakori 示万飯市 287,229 city Komokata
Kemeusa city Komokata
Nukenami city Komokata
Kaguhan town Komokata
Tanjānli 丹庄里市 city Tōkai
Osenude 124,550 city Tōkai
Mokoba city Tōkai
Sabullan 558,790 city Tōkai
Oitsura 351,990 city Tōkai
Watarui city Tōkai
Tamukaya city Tōkai
Hajayatsu 324,550 city Tōkai
Takurige city Tōkai
Hidano 145,220 city Tōkai
Naesayu town Tōkai
Tendaru town Tōkai
Kanbara town Tōkai
Hānsai town Tōkai
Igattarun 287,660 city Tōkai
Enikezya 盛狩市 467,890 city Tōkai
Tatsunuka city Tōkai
Rippama 高島町 town Tōkai
Seishasson 世茁尊市 206,337 city Tōkai
Hinusayo 牛木町 town Tōkai
Kasagi city Tōkai
Hyankama city Tōkai
Maketaku city Tōkai
Ronnukata town Tōkai
Odanuri 裏窟市 city Tōkai
Moriyose city Karuhama
Urabato city Karuhama
Ugutsumasa town Karuhama
Kawayatsu 387,229 city Karuhama
Ibarosu 128,990 city Karuhama
Ansan 鞍山市 242,229 city Karuhama
Akiwara 間緩町 town Karuhama
Rujikami city Karuhama
Nwatanui city Karuhama
Sakamo town Karuhama
Showanul 書瓦崎市 172,880 city Otsumirunka
Jisahara 67,289 city Otsumirunka
Kishine 72,330 city Otsumirunka
Yanimoto city Otsumirunka
Mitsukuno town Otsumirunka
Ruisekoi town Otsumirunka
Panatsawa 若林市 218,790 city Otsumirunka
Waneki 192,889 city Otsumirunka
Kashimochi 42,339 town Otsumirunka
Sasagoi 87,229 city Otsumirunka
Hōnkun 蓬釧市 city Otsumirunka
Iberotsuna city Otsumirunka
Erigowa city Otsumirunka
Shakusa city Otsumirunka
Sejisebu 井終市 city Otsumirunka
Sasatotsu 佐々橋市 city Otsumirunka
Gaimuka town Otsumirunka
Yutsukabul town Otsumirunka
Sokupure Onsen town Otsumirunka
Ekawase city Otsumirunka
Onnojaris city Otsumirunka
Urasaya city Otsumirunka
Chaihagoi city Otsumirunka
Marewani city Otsumirunka
Jukandera city Otsumirunka
Dairamuno 大良音町 town Otsumirunka
Illashiya city Otsumirunka
Akkosoi town Otsumirunka
Rijotae 生秋市 city Otsumirunka
Tamataki city Otsumirunka
Zhinkōman 秦甲満町 town Otsumirunka

Greater Warohan ("Nankai")

The Greater Warohan metropolitan area, also called "Nankai" (南海大都市圏), includes, among the others, Warohan, Eyenniyul, Ironodate, Shiotsunen, Tsuruwani, Shisokata, Manauri, Tosakutō, Yatatoshi, Jakunebo, Poseyoe, Katasogi, Denshiruni, Hakibo, Naraki, Kamensore, Mirakitento, Tokasake, Hapasu, Rihasebu and Horomuno.

Panakicha metropolitan area

The names comes from "Panaireki" and "Kichatsura", respectively the 3rd and 4th most populous cities of Izaland. Although they are about 70 km far each others, they work in synergy as a unique megacity. Other cities in the commuting area include Daidōtsei, Miyakuri, Teba, Hirosaki, Benojai, Kashioka, Nugamochi, Kumusasari, Samokari, Dongamoe, Gindō, Rimultan, Ishiraro, Watasamo, Tomako, Sasarua, Natebu and Iretsikami.

Makkeriya conurbation

This urban area converges on the two >1 million inhabitants cities of Riyatoma and Makkenoke. Other minor cities around them are Haðohano, Kironaga, Tansaka, Haketsawa, Tappitotsu, Tokkamo, Sakode, Kōsa, Hannan, Soritsun and Akachi.

Sannupuri "Hukkai-toshikōn" area

One of the largest conurbations on the Gulf of Volta, is made of Sannupuri, the main city, and Haisaraha, Meanlera, Wakkanupu, Pekonai, Chunnitai, Atsuras, Otamun, Askokorsu, and Hwarin.

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