名谷町, Residential district in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, Japan.
Myodani-cho is a residential district in Kobe that stretches between eastern and western hills, with a prefectural road running through its valley and numerous housing developments along its slopes. Schools and local facilities are distributed throughout the area to serve those living there.
The area holds several ancient burial mounds, including a circular tomb from the late Kofun period discovered on Mount Takatsuka. These sites show that the valley had settlements hundreds of years ago.
The name comes from myoga ginger cultivation in its valley, though local tradition also points to samurai families who settled in the area long ago.
The district has schools and local services supporting daily life for those living there. Visitors should plan to explore the area on foot, as the hilly terrain and valley layout shape the neighborhood.
Elevated walkways have been transformed into parks along the Fukuda River, creating green corridors through the hills. These raised spaces offer residents an unexpected place to walk and rest amid the closely built surroundings.
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