Nishiwaki City

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Nishiwaki City, located in the center of Hyogo, is known as the "Navel of Japan" (geographical center) and is the production area of "Banshu-ori" textiles, boasting over 200 years of history. These yarn-dyed textiles are of such high quality that they are adopted as shirt fabrics for global high-end brands, and feature rich colors and a soft touch. Walking through the city, you can encounter nostalgic factory ruins with "sawtooth roofs" and landscapes associated with the artist Tadanori Yokoo. Textile shops and cafes renovated from old townhouses are increasing, making it a city where you can enjoy creative and calm strolls where Japan's advanced manufacturing culture and modern art sensibilities blend.

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Hyogo Tourism Bureau

Nishiwaki City

Address
128-1 Shimotoda, Nishiwaki-shi, Hyogo
Website
https://www.nishiwaki-kanko.jp/
Operator
Nishiwaki City Tourism and Products Association

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