Nihonmatsu, Castle city in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan
Nihonmatsu spans across 344 square kilometers between Fukushima and Koriyama cities, with the Adatara mountains forming its western border.
The settlement evolved from a post station on the Oshu Kaido highway into a castle town during the Edo period, receiving city status in 1958.
The Nihonmatsu Lantern Festival takes place each October, illuminating the streets with traditional paper lanterns and local performances.
Visitors can reach the city via JR Nihonmatsu Station on the Tohoku Main Line, with regular connections to major regional transportation hubs.
The city maintains educational exchanges with Hanover, New Hampshire, continuing the legacy of Kan'ichi Asakawa, the first Asian graduate of Dartmouth College.
Location: Fukushima Prefecture
Inception: April 1, 1889
Shares border with: Fukushima, Kōriyama, Tamura, Motomiya, Namie, Katsurao, Kawamata, Otama, Inawashiro, Miharu
Website: https://city.nihonmatsu.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 37.58486,140.43117
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35
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