Muroran is a city and port located in Iburi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. It is the capital city of Iburi Subprefecture.
As of February 29, 2012, the city has an estimated population of 93,716, with 47,868 households and a population density of 1,162.01 people per km2. The total area is 80.65 km2.
The origin of Muroran's name is derived from the Ainu word "Mo Ruerani" that means "the bottom of a little slope". The little slope, in front of the former Senkai Temple in Sakimori-cho, is noted in connection with the name of Muroran.
In the late 16th century, the Muroran region came under the administration of the Matsumae clan.
Muroran features an oceanic climate , a climate type that is very rare in Japan.
Hakucho Bridge spans the Port of Muroran and is the largest suspension bridge in eastern Japan.
Mount Wshibetsu
Itanki Beach
Muroran holds eight specific scenic sights called Muroran-Hakkei . The most famous of them is the Earth Cape .