Hotel • 1-chōme-2-1 Kawagishi, Kitakami, Iwate 024-0032, Japan
Kitakami City is located in the southeastern part of Iwate Prefecture, and it boasts a charming townscape woven with natural beauty and history. While gazing at the riverside with flowing streams, let's take a leisurely stroll through this ancient town.
The central area of Kitakami City preserves alleyways from the Edo period. Walking through the narrow, maze-like streets, you can glimpse the former appearance of merchant houses. Whitewashed earthen warehouses line the streets, retaining the old-fashioned townscape. Amidst the tranquil time, you can almost feel the breath of the people from the past.
The "Daiichou of Honmachi" is a giant ginkgo tree located just a short walk from Kitakami Station, with an age of approximately 300 years. Its trunk circumference is about 7 meters, and it stands at an impressive height of 30 meters. You can enjoy the greenery of summer, the yellow carpet of autumn, and the winter branches, experiencing the changing expressions of the four seasons.
A unique townhouse cafe that blends in with the streets of Kitakami is also recommended. This cafe, renovated from an old-fashioned townhouse, exudes an Edo atmosphere. The gentle light shining through the windows softly illuminates the wood, creating a non-ordinary passage of time. You can leisurely enjoy tea while immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the past.
Kitakami City is charming with a sense of historical romance in its townscape. Why not visit the tourist spots and create unforgettable memories?
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