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What kind of place is Keihoku?Wherever you visit, you'll find beautiful nature, clear streams, and historic scenery.
About Keihoku area
The area is almost the same as Osaka CityKeihoku is located in the northwestern part of Kyoto City, in the headwaters of the Katsura River.The total area is 217.68k㎡, which is about the same size as Osaka City.It is an environment full of greenery, with 93% of the vast land occupied by forests.
This area has been famous for producing high quality timber since ancient times.During the construction of Nagaokakyo and Heiankyo, and when the Kyoto Imperial Palace was on fire, a huge amount of building materials were carried by [raft flow] via the Katsura and Hozu rivers.Since then, it has been known as a famous timber producing area since it has been supplying timber to the capital.




In addition, one of the attractions is that it has many historic sites such as the historical shrines and temples such as "Joshokoji" and the large-scale "Shuzan Castle Ruins" built by Akechi Mitsuhide.
Educational institutions range from nursery schools, elementary and junior high schools to high schools, and there are plenty of shopping spots such as supermarkets, convenience stores, and home improvement stores.Since it is a hospital medical facility and a nursing care facility for the elderly, it can be said that it is an environment where you can live with peace of mind.


6 regions of KeihokuKeihoku is composed of XNUMX districts, "Shuzan", "Yumi", "Yamaguni", "Kuroda", "Utsu", and "Hosono".
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ShuzanKeihoku Joint Government Building, Road Station, Elementary and Junior High Schools, Shopping Streets and Supermarkets, as well as convenience stores and home improvement stores are located in this area, which can be said to be the center of Keihoku.In addition, the "Shuzan Castle Ruins" built by Akechi Mitsuhide remains, which makes you feel the history of Keihoku.
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YugeAn area where agriculture and forestry have developed along the Yuge River, which flows from north to south.In addition, there is a historical background in which industrialization such as the silk reeling industry and the textile industry has risen.
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YamaguniA place that has a deep connection with the imperial family as the territory of the emperor from ancient times."Joshokoji", which is related to Emperor Kogon, is also famous as a famous place for cherry blossoms such as Kokonoe Sakura, a natural monument.Every October, the history of Keihoku can still be felt, such as the reenactment of the [Yamagunitai] era procession that was active during the Boshin War.
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KurodaThe headwaters of the Katsura River, located in the northeast of the Keihoku region.
In the area where the pass and beautiful forest are impressive, if you go north on the clear stream "Katanami River", you will find the giant cedar colony "Fukujodaisugi " which is said to be about a thousand years old. -
Utsu Compared to other areas, there is less snow and the climate is warmer, making it a comfortable area to spend.The relaxing air is flowing, as symbolized by the magnificent scenery of "Utsukyo", which is selected as one of the ten best views of Keihoku. "Utsukyo Park" is a popular spot for barbecues, camping, and families enjoying the river play experience from spring to autumn.
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HosonoThe gateway connecting the capital and Keihoku.With the tunnel opened in 25, the distance to the center of Kyoto city has become even closer.
In addition to the active production of "polished logs" from Kitayama cedar, it is also an area where you can enjoy outstanding views such as "Keio Pass View" and "Takimata Falls", which have been selected as the "Keihoku Ten Scenic Sites".
History of KeihokuHistory flow over [1300 years] from the Heian period to the present
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Heian period
There is a record that Yamakokugo used the Katsura River to the Hozu River during the construction of Heiankyo and donated the timber by "rafting", and the timber was transported by that method until the early Showa period.
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Northern and Northern Dynasties
Emperor Kogon opened "Joshokoji Temple" in Yamakokugo, and there is an emperor's tomb in the back of the precincts.
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Sengoku period
Until then, Mr. Utsu, a landlord, ruled the Keihoku area, but after being destroyed by the attack of Akechi Mitsuhide, Mitsuhide built Zhoushan Castle.It was destroyed by the Toyotomi army due to the Honnoji Incident, but the vast remains of a stone wall are still there.
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Edo Period
Although it was ruled by the Sonobe and Sasayama domains, the mountain country village became a [forbidden royal palace (the territory of the emperor's family)].
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Meiji Era
During the Meiji Restoration, farmers formed a [Mountain National Corps] and participated in the government army and played an active role. [Yamakokutai] is famous for decorating the head of the "Jidai Matsuri" procession in Kyoto (Meiji Restoration).
* At the time of "Jidai Matsuri", everyone in the Mibu area related to [Yamakokutai] participates in the procession. -
Meiji 12 (1879)
Kitakuwada-gun was established.The county office was set up in Higae Village.
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Showa 30 (1955)
Keihoku Town was established (1 town and 5 villages) by merging Shuzan Town, Hosono Village, Utsu Village, Yamaguni Village, Kuroda Village, and Yuge Village.
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Heisei 17 year (2005 year)
Keihoku-cho has been incorporated into Kyoto City (Ukyo Ward).
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Reiwa 2 years (2020)
Kyoto City Kyoto Keihoku Elementary and Junior High School has opened.
KEIHOKU JICHI SHINKOKAI
Role of Keihoku Autonomy Promotion AssociationWhile coordinating with the government, we collect a wide range of opinions and issues and contribute to the creation of a vibrant community.
The aim is to realize a comfortable and affluent community. We are making various efforts to revitalize Keihoku by improving and resolving issues such as "welfare," "environment," "safety," "disaster prevention," "culture," and "sports activities."

Overview of Keihoku Autonomy Promotion Association
- Office Address 601-0251 Kamiterada, Keihokushuzan-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 2-XNUMX Keihoku Joint Government Building XNUMXF
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組織
Chairman Akihito Tanaka
Vice Chairman Hitoshi Murayama
〃 Minoru Tomoyuki Tsuji
〃 Shuhei Watanabe (Concurrent office manager)
District representative
Kuroda Branch Chief Akifumi Takeuchi
Yamaguni Branch Chief Minoru Toshita
Yuge Branch Manager Yoshinari Saeki
Shuzan Branch Chief Ishida Hitoshi
Hosono branch chief Shu Mitani
Utsu Branch Chief Tadashi Okamoto
Auditor Masaki Kawai
Auditor Shuichi Hosomi
Planning and Public Relations Manager Shinichi Tsuki
Regional Development Department Director Takanori Uchida
Toshiaki Nakakubo, Director of Physical Education and Culture
Keihoku Trail Manager Mamoru Toshita - Tel TEL:075-852-0001 FAX:075-852-1838
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Access
Car: Approximately 162 minutes north of Fukuoji intersection in Kyoto city on Route 40
Bus: Shuzan (JR Bus) from JR Kyoto Station ... Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes