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Inami, Former municipality in Higashitonami district, Japan

The territory spans across a section of Toyama Prefecture, characterized by traditional wooden buildings and narrow streets lined with artisan workshops.

The municipality operated independently from April 1, 1889, until November 1, 2004, when it merged into the larger administrative entity of Nanto.

The district maintains a tradition of wood carving craftsmanship, with local artisans creating detailed sculptures using techniques passed through generations.

Located at coordinates 36.564944, 136.971583, the area remains accessible through regional transportation networks connecting to major cities in Toyama Prefecture.

The district features specialized wood carving workshops where visitors can observe craftsmen transforming raw timber into detailed decorative elements.

Inception: April 1, 1889

GPS coordinates: 36.56494,136.97158

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:28

Discover Japan's Enchanting Artisan Villages

These Japanese villages maintain traditional crafts in specialized workshops. Ogimachi produces silk goods, while Okawachiyama creates Nabeshima ceramics. The villages of Inami and Hida Takayama focus on wood carving. Wajima produces lacquerware using century-old techniques, and Arita is the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. Each location continues specific manufacturing methods passed down through generations.

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