Kawanishi

Kawanishi is a city in Hyōgo Prefecture situated between the Inagawa River and Osaka Itami Airport. The municipality encompasses residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and waterways that divide the built environment into distinct zones.

The area once formed part of Kawabe District in Settsu Province and contains settlement remains from the Yayoi period. During the Edo era, the Tada Silver Mine operated here and served as a major source of silver and copper in the 17th century.

The Tada district preserves a temple linked to the Seiwa Genji warrior lineage, drawing visitors interested in samurai heritage. The grounds display traditional architecture set in a landscape that recalls the area's role in medieval military history.

The city connects via the JR Takarazuka Line and Hankyu Takarazuka Line, along with several national routes. Travelers can navigate by using the Inagawa River as a landmark, which divides the municipality into two main sections.

The area contains old burial mounds from the Kofun period, marking early settlement patterns. Some of these mounds sit within residential neighborhoods and can be reached on short walks from train stations.

Location: Hyōgo Prefecture

Inception: August 1, 1954

Shares border with: Itami, Takarazuka, Inagawa, Ikeda, Minoh, Toyono, Nose

Website: https://city.kawanishi.hyogo.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.83014,135.41728

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:12