Tango Province, Historical province in northern Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
Tango sits along the Sea of Japan coast in northern Kyoto Prefecture, stretching across cities like Miyazu and Maizuru. The landscape shifts between coastlines, inlets, and forested hills that reach inland.
In 713, Empress Genmei separated the northern territory from Tamba and created a standalone province with five districts. This division allowed the region to develop its own administrative structures and expand trade routes to mainland Asia.
Tango Chirimen silk crepe represents a local craft that shaped the economy for centuries. Weavers from the Nishijin district brought this skill to the area, transforming the economic life of coastal towns and cities.
Most visitors explore the area from Miyazu or Maizuru, as both cities offer access points to the coast and mountain areas. Roads along the coast wind through curves, so it helps to allow extra time when traveling between towns and along inlets.
Archaeological excavations at Hakoishihama in Kumihama uncovered coins from the Chinese Xin dynasty, revealing early trade connections across the sea. These finds show that the coast served as a gateway to continental markets even in ancient times.
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