Kosaka 小坂町

The perfume of the Meiji era, early 20th century Japan

In the north-east of Akita prefecture, the former mining town of Kosaka retains an extraordinary historical and architectural heritage, born of the breath of modernization of the Meiji era and an unparalleled prosperity. A dive into a Japan all in authenticity and discretion.

Journey to the Meiji era

This rich past has its own setting: the Meiji Hyakunen dori . Take a stroll back in time along this street lined with historic European-style buildings ; last witnesses of the prosperity of yesteryear. Among these, the former mine office , built in 1905, has been classified as an Important Cultural Asset of the country since 2002. In Renaissance style, it was the mining company's headquarters until 1997. In 2001, it was restored and moved along historic street ; thus becoming one of the tourist symbols of the city.

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The former headquarters of the Kosaka Mining Company

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Ride on the rails

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Natural beauty to see near Kosaka

Bordered by a mountain range to the west, Kosaka has a privileged natural setting ; forests occupying 80% of its overall area. Moving away to the northeast of the city, you reach Lake Towada which has very pleasant hiking trails. An observatory offers a panoramic view of the deep blue waters. Every year, at the beginning of February, the winter festival which is held on the shores of the lake attracts many tourists who come to enjoy the ice sculptures, the night illuminations and the outdoor foot baths.

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Lake Towada

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The acacia is one of the emblems of the city

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