Kyūhōji, Regional geographical area in Yao, Japan.
Kyūhōji is a neighborhood in Yao, located in Osaka Prefecture on the eastern side of the city. The area is served by the JR Kansai Main Line, which connects it to surrounding districts and transportation hubs.
The area developed as part of Yao's modern administrative structure during the city's urban expansion in the 20th century. The railway connection through the JR line shaped how the neighborhood grew and connected to surrounding regions.
Local residents maintain traditional practices and community gatherings that reflect the regional identity of the Kyūhōji district within Yao.
Visitors can reach Kyūhōji Station using the JR Kansai Main Line, which offers regular train services to other locations. The neighborhood is walkable and well-connected to the rest of the city.
Kyūhōji falls under the classification of kouiki chimei, a Japanese geographical designation system used for broader regional naming conventions.
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