Yamato Koriyama: Goldfish and Castle Town Retro Stroll
A leisurely retro stroll and romantic date through Yamato Koriyama, known nationwide for goldfish breeding. From the Tenshu Terrace of Koriyama Castle Ruins, take in a panoramic view of the castle town, then visit the Yanagisawa Library to learn about the town's goldfish heritage. Encounter goldfish throughout the town at the indigo dyer's machiya Hakomotsu-kan "Kon'ya," the Genjūrō Inari Shrine with connections to kabuki, and the Koriyama Goldfish Museum surrounded by breeding ponds. A photogenic day wandering through white-walled streets with latticed windows, camera in hand.
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Panoramic view of the castle town from the Tenshu Terrace Observation Facility. Fun searching for the "upside-down Jizō" in the stone walls
A museum honoring the former domain lord Yanagisawa clan. Learn the historical roots that made this a goldfish town
Indigo dye merchant's machiya with goldfish-themed artworks and special exhibitions. The charming earth-floor corridor and courtyard are also highlights
An Inari shrine enshrining the white fox Genjūrō from the kabuki play "Yoshitsune Senbon Zakura." Pay respects at the vermillion torii gates
A museum surrounded by breeding ponds where you can view rare goldfish varieties. A fitting conclusion to your goldfish town stroll
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