Kawabe district

Kawabe district is an administrative area in Hyogo Prefecture that contains both developed town areas and forested regions. The landscape shifts between built-up settlements and natural woodland spaces.

The area came into being during the Meiji reforms, when Japan modernized and reorganized its administrative framework. That period brought major changes to local governance structures.

The town of Inagawa within the district keeps traditional customs alive through regular community meetings and neighborhood activities. These everyday gatherings shape how residents connect with one another.

The district is well connected by local transportation links that serve residents and visitors alike. Those exploring the area should allow time to move between different neighborhoods.

Within this area lies a historic silver mine that has processed precious metals since the Nara period. The mine remained under direct control of the Tokugawa rulers for centuries.

Location: Hyōgo Prefecture

Inception: January 8, 1879

GPS coordinates: 34.93700,135.35300

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07