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Hashino Iron Mining and Smelting Site
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Hashino Iron Mining and Smelting Site
橋野鉄鉱山
3.9Est. 90Kamaishi, Tohoku
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Overview
Mountainous ruins of Japan's oldest Western-style blast furnaces.
Deep in the mountains of Kamaishi lie the ruins of Japan's oldest Western-style blast furnaces. Surrounded by nature, the stone remnants offer a vivid look into the early days of the country's iron industry. It is a quiet, reflective site that perfectly blends industrial heritage with natural beauty.
Local tips
The site is quite remote and covered in snow during winter, so autumn is widely considered the best time to visit.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 橋野鉄鉱山
- Nearest station
- Kamaishi Station (50 min taxi)
Accessibility
Wheelchair entranceWheelchair restroom
Good for
Families
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