Kawachinagano, Mountain city in Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
Kawachinagano extends across 109 square kilometers at the southeast corner of Osaka Prefecture, with forests covering 70 percent of its territory.
The area originated as part of ancient Kawachi Province, containing archaeological evidence of continuous settlements dating from the Japanese Paleolithic period.
The Koya-kaido highway leads through the city to Mount Koya, featuring significant Buddhist temples such as Kanshin-ji and Amano-san Kongo-ji.
The city maintains direct train connections through Nankai Electric Railway and Kintetsu Railway, connecting residents to central Osaka and surrounding regions.
Local craftsmen produce specialized items including traditional Japanese toothpicks, Sudare bamboo blinds, malleable cast iron, and industrial bearings.
Location: Osaka Prefecture
Inception: April 1, 1954
Website: https://www.city.kawachinagano.lg.jp/
Shares border with: Katsuragi, Hashimoto, Sakai, Izumi, Osakasayama, Tondabayashi, Chihayaakasaka, Gojō
Website: https://city.kawachinagano.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.45808,135.56414
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:25
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