Figure 3.
The figure consists of two maps representing regions within Ehime Prefecture. The map on the left identifies several urban and rural locations such as Imabari, Matsuyama, Niihama, Yawatahama, Uwajima, Ainan, Ikata, Uchiko, and Matsuno, each marked with points indicating populated areas. The map on the right shows the same region with transport routes represented by connected lines, and specific sites marked with circular symbols along these routes.Map of asphalt mixing plant locations in Ehime Prefecture
Note(s): Ehime Prefecture officially recognizes 18 asphalt mixing plants. The left panel presents a heatmap of their locations (red points) and municipal boundaries. The right panel illustrates geographic information and the major road network (blue lines)
Source: Author’s own work