Date

Date city extends across the eastern section of the Fukushima Basin, covering 265 square kilometers with numerous persimmon orchards and fruit farms throughout the region.

The area gained prominence in 2006 through the consolidation of five distinct towns: Date, Hobara, Yanagawa, Ryozen, and Tsukidate, each contributing to the region's agricultural legacy.

The Hobara Summer Festival brings the community together each August with traditional dance performances and local games that showcase regional traditions.

Visitors can access fourteen public elementary schools, six junior high schools, and two high schools, reflecting the educational infrastructure of this agricultural center.

The Yanagawa district stands out as the origin point of dried persimmons in Japan, with local farmers maintaining specialized drying techniques passed through generations.

Location: Fukushima Prefecture

Inception: January 1, 2006

Shares border with: Fukushima, Sōma, Koori, Kunimi, Kawamata, Iitate, Shiroishi, Marumori

Website: https://city.fukushima-date.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 37.81914,140.56297

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56