10 Things to Do in Kumatori
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| 10 Things to Do in Kumatori |
Kumatori (熊取町) is one of the towns of Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Kumatori was founded in 1889 and became a town on November 3, 1951. The town is historically known for its textile production, particularly cotton cloth. The kanji used for its name kuma (熊) means bear and shu / toru (取) means to take or acquire.
For those planning to visit this leaf-shaped town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Kumatori:
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| Kumatori's manhole covers |
1. Take a picture of Kumatori's manhole covers. So far, I have seen 1 unique manhole cover. It’s common around the town but the colored version of it is installed near Kumatori Station. However, during my recent visit, I saw numerous 70th-anniversary special edition manhole covers installed around Kumatori Station. So far, I have seen 5 different designs.
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| Omori Shrine |
2. Visit the Omori Shrine (大森神社). This shrine is known for its Shichi-Go-San Festival, attended by pilgrims from all over. Don’t forget to avail of the shrine’s goshuin if you collect them.
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| Mentora Ramen |
3. Try the ramen at Mentora Ramen (ら～めん麺虎). The ramen here is popular for its thick pork bone soup which locals describe as creamy and tasty.
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| Wadayama Berry Park |
4. Go blueberry picking at Wadayama Berry Park (和田山 Berry Park). The best time to visit is in July. Adults pay 1,500 yen which allows them an all-you-can-eat experience. Aside from that, they also get one souvenir pack. Children pay only 700 yen but they don’t get a souvenir pack.
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| Nagaike Oasis Park |
5. Stroll around Nagaike Oasis Park (長池オアシス公園). It is popular for its Lotus Festival held in early July.
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| Eiraku Yumenomori Park |
6. Bring your kids and enjoy some quality time together at Eiraku Yumenomori Park (永楽ゆめの森公園). The park offers a variety of playground equipment for children to explore. If you don't have kids, you can still take a leisurely stroll through the expansive park and relish the sounds of birds and cicadas.
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| Eiraku Dam |
7. Take a stroll around the Eiraku Dam (永楽ダム) through its walking course. It is a hidden gem in the town. This scenic spot is popular among locals for morning walks and is also a favorite for Hanami during the Sakura season.
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| Kumatori Exchange Center Rengakan |
8. Visit Kumatori Exchange Center Rengakan (熊取交流センター 煉瓦館). It is a former cotton factory that is now preserved and turned into an exhibit hall and indigo dyeing workshop.
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| Okuyama Ameyama Nature Park |
9. Enjoy the beautiful scenery at Okuyama Ameyama Nature Park (奥山雨山自然公園). It is best visited in spring for the hanami. For those looking to challenge their fitness, an observatory atop one of the hills provides an amazing view.
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| Ameyama |
10. Hike Ameyama (雨山). It can be conquered in half a day. You will see the “Ameyama Ruined Castle” at the peak. Aside from that, you would also see Osaka Prefecture on one side of the mountain and Wakayama Prefecture on the other.
I hope my list of the 10 Things to Do in Kumatori gave you an idea and inspiration to visit this little-known scenic town of Osaka Prefecture.
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