Kahoku, Coastal city in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
Kahoku is a city in Ishikawa Prefecture that stretches between mountains and the Sea of Japan, encompassing varied terrain with rivers, lagoons, and agricultural areas. The landscape is shaped by the Unoke Bay in the southern section, which is fed by the Unoke River.
The city was formed in 2004 by merging three independent towns: Takamatsu, Nanatsuka, and Unoke, which were previously part of Kaga Province. This consolidation brought together distinct rural areas into a single municipal entity.
The name Kahoku reflects its position between mountains and the sea, capturing the region's defining geography. Visitors encounter traditional fishing villages and farming communities that maintain this connection to the natural landscape.
West Japan Railway Company serves the city via the Nanao Line with three stations: Unoke, Yokoyama, and Takamatsu, offering connections to Kanazawa. Visitors should note that the area has limited public transportation, and renting a car is practical for exploring the remote areas.
The Kamiyamada Shell Mound is a National Historic Site containing archaeological materials from ancient settlements that show evidence of early human habitation in the region. This site offers rare insights into daily life from several hundred years ago.
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