Oshu

The city stretches across 993 square kilometers of land between the Ou Mountains and Kitakami Mountains, with the Kitakami River flowing through its central plain.

The region contains archaeological sites from the Paleolithic period, including the Kofun Period remains from the 5th century discovered in the Isawa district.

The Nohadate Festival in February presents traditional performances while the Esashi Jinku Festival in May features local musical performances and cultural displays.

The city operates 27 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and maintains eight public high schools under the supervision of the Iwate Prefectural Board of Education.

The Samurai Housing Museum displays the former residence of the Uchida family and exhibits historical artifacts including armor, matchlocks, and spears from the Edo period.

Location: Iwate Prefecture

Inception: February 20, 2006

Elevation above the sea: 58 m

Shares border with: Hanamaki, Ichinoseki, Kitakami, Tono, Higashinaruse, Sumita, Hiraizumi, Kanegasaki, Nishiwaga

Website: http://city.oshu.iwate.jp

GPS coordinates: 39.14447,141.13914

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:48