Kitakanbara district

Kitakanbara is an administrative district in Niigata Prefecture that extends along the coast of the Sea of Japan. It encompasses several towns and smaller communities that make up the local settlements across the region.

The district was established in 1879 and has undergone significant administrative changes throughout its history. Municipal reorganizations in the early 2000s reshaped the boundaries and created new urban centers within the region.

The district maintains agricultural traditions centered on rice cultivation, particularly the production of high-grade Koshihikari rice varieties.

The district connects to larger cities through regional railway and bus networks that make traveling around Niigata Prefecture manageable. Accommodations and services are available in the main towns, particularly where local attractions are located.

Municipal mergers between 2003 and 2005 reshaped the district's structure, leading to the formation of new cities including Agano and Tainai.

Location: Niigata Prefecture

Inception: April 9, 1879

GPS coordinates: 37.98100,139.26400

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25