Arita City, located in Wakayama Prefecture, is blessed with a natural environment including the sea, rivers, and mountains. Mount Koya is the backdrop, and the Arida River flows through the city. The Arida River is the source of water for the region and has been a part of the city's history. The Seto Inland Sea climate ensures a warm climate throughout the year. Due to its location facing the sea, the city's main industries include fishing, as well as the production of Arita mandarin oranges and mosquito coils. Jinoshima Beach is bustling with visitors in the summer. Minoshima Fishing Port is home to the largest haul of swordfish in Japan. There are also many traditional sights and buildings, such as Itoga Inari Shrine and cormorant fishing on the Arida River.