Oyabe, Historic municipality in western Toyama Prefecture, Japan
Oyabe is a city in western Toyama Prefecture situated across flat terrain with moderate temperatures and steady rainfall throughout the year. The urban area includes residential neighborhoods, agricultural zones, and local commercial districts.
The city was established in 1962 through the merger of Isurugi town and Tochu, following centuries under the Etchu Province administration. This consolidation created the current municipal boundaries and governance structure.
The Tsuzawa Yotaka Festival takes place each June at numerous locations throughout the city and reflects customs passed down through generations. Visitors can experience the nighttime celebrations that bring together people from the local community.
Isurugi Station on the Ainokaze Toyama Railway serves as the main gateway for visitors arriving by train and connects to transport networks throughout the prefecture. From here, different parts of the city are accessible by local transport.
The city contains Marchen buildings, a collection of structures that blend European and Japanese architectural elements in unexpected ways. These mixed-style structures create a distinctive visual environment that reflects creative cultural interaction.
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