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Kura no Machi (Warehouse District) in Tochigi
The cityscape, with black-painted warehouses lined along the river, feels as if time has stood still. The 'Kura no Machint' in Tochigi City is known for its atmospheric scenery, often referred to as 'Little Edo.' During the Edo period, this town flourished as a post station on the Nikko Reihi-shi Highway and as a distribution center for goods utilizing the Uzuma River's water transport. Using shallow-bottomed boats, timber, hemp, rice, and other goods were transported to Edo, allowing the town to develop significantly as a merchant hub. This prosperity gave rise to the group of heavy, traditional earthen warehouse (kura) buildings that remain today. Sightseeing boats float on the Uzuma River, allowing you to tour the Warehouse District while listening to the boatmen's songs. Please experience the history of Tochigi's merchant city through walking and river cruises.
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