Takizawa

Located at the base of the Iwate Mountains with the Kitakami River to the east and the Shizukuishi River to the south, Takizawa extends across 182 square kilometers.

The region transformed from ancient Mutsu Province territory controlled by the Abe clan during the Heian period to municipality status in 1889 and city designation in 2014.

The Chagu-Chagu Horse Festival in June presents a procession of decorated horses through the streets, recognized as an Important Cultural Asset of Japan.

The city maintains nine public elementary schools, multiple secondary institutions, and connects to major areas through the Tazawako Line and Iwate Ginga Railway Line.

The population increased from 12,000 residents in 1970 to 55,579 in 2020, marking substantial growth in this northern Japanese municipality.

Location: Iwate Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1889

Shares border with: Morioka, Hachimantai, Shizukuishi

Website: https://city.takizawa.iwate.jp

GPS coordinates: 39.73469,141.07706

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:04