庚午, Residential district in Nishi Ward, Hiroshima, Japan.
Kogo is a residential district in western Hiroshima that extends along the western bank of a channel from the Ota River and comprises three neighborhoods: Kogo-kita, Kogo-naka, and Kogo-minami. The area consists of houses, small shops, and local facilities spread across its neighborhoods.
The area developed starting in 1870 through land reclamation projects initiated during a famine crisis in Hiroshima. These transformations from water to residential land continue to define the neighborhood's structure today.
The Kogo Shrine functions as a social gathering place where residents regularly meet for community activities and local celebrations. It shapes how neighbors interact and spend time together throughout the year.
The district is well served by public transportation, including several Hiroshima Bus routes and nearby stations on the Hiroshima Electric Railway Miyajima Line. Walking around the neighborhood is easy and practical for visiting local spots.
After the Second World War, schools grew sweet potatoes on their grounds during food shortages, earning Kogo Junior High School the nickname Imo-chu (Potato School). This detail shows how the community worked together during difficult times.
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