Kitakami, Iwate Totally Explained

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is a city located in Iwate Prefecture on the main island of Japan.

History

The first city of Kitakami was founded on April 1, 1954. The current and the second city of Kitakami was founded on April 1, 1991 when the first city merged with the villages of Ezuriko and Waga (both from Waga District).

Sightseeing

The city is famous for the sakura that bloom in Tenshochi Park, which is regarded as one of the hundred best places in Japan to view cherry blossoms. Another hallmark of the city is Oni Kenbai, a traditional sword dance where the dancers dress as demons, performed during summer festivals.

Demographics

As of August 2005, the city had an estimated population of 93,323, and a density of 213.29 persons per square kilometre. The total area is 437.55 km².

Transportation

Kitakami is located on the Tōhoku Shinkansen and the Tōhoku Main Line, both operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) connecting Tokyo and Aomori Prefecture.

Sister cities

Concord, California in the United States
Shibata, Miyagi Prefecture in Japan
Sanmenxia, Henan Province in the People's Republic of China

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