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Kaneyama Oze (金山大堰)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: A museum introducing the history and lifestyle of the Mogami region

About 20 min from the previous stop

About 40 min here

About 10 min to the next stop

Next stop: Watch the carp swim in the Oze canal from a waterside park by the town hall

About this spot

This irrigation canal flows through the center of Kaneyama Town, and its charm lies in the way it blends with the townscape of white-walled storehouses lining its banks. Carp swim in the clear water, and simply walking along the canal gives you a sense of the town's living culture. You can also enjoy the townscape, where wood and white walls harmonize in a style typical of this town, known as the home of “Kaneyama cedar”. On a summer afternoon, walking by the water offers a refreshingly cool stroll.

Tips

About 15 minutes by car from central Shinjo City. The path along the canal is paved, but keep an eye on small children near the water. It's a photogenic spot, so it's also a good place for pre-festival photos.