Izumozaki

Izumozaki is a coastal town stretching about 10 kilometers along the Sea of Japan and features traditional Tsumairi houses with narrow frontages built during the Edo period. The town in Niigata Prefecture is connected by national routes and the Echigo Line to other regions.

The town became a direct territory of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1616 and served as the primary port for transporting gold and silver from Sado Island. This position made Izumozaki an important trade center during the early Edo period.

The Izumozaki Festival is maintained by the Tachibanaya Yamamoto family and shows how residents celebrate their connection to the sea and maritime safety through processions and rituals. These traditions remain woven into the town's identity and daily life.

The town is easily reached by public transport through the Echigo Line and several national routes, making arrivals from the region convenient. Schools at all levels are present and local infrastructure serves day visitors well.

A Petroleum Museum in Izumozaki documents the history of oil extraction and reveals the town's role in developing Japan's petroleum industry. This lesser-known collection uncovers a surprising industrial past beneath the traditional coastal appearance.

Location: Niigata Prefecture

Location: Santō district

Inception: April 1, 1889

Reference: 154059

Shares border with: Nagaoka, Kashiwazaki

Website: https://town.izumozaki.niigata.jp

GPS coordinates: 37.53072,138.70933

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:23