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Horoni Railway Memorial Park - Hokkaido

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Horoni Railway Memorial Park ( 幌似鉄道記念公園 ) is a memorial park that features the preserved car SuHaFu 42 507 . It is located at 38-2 Minamihoroni in the town of Kyowa, Iwanai District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Horoni Railway Memorial Park Horoni Railway Memorial Park Details The Horoni Railway Memorial Park in Kyowa Town, Hokkaido, is a must-visit destination for history buffs and railway enthusiasts. This unique site preserves the legacy of the former Horoni Station , which once stood along the old Iwanai Line . Today, the station grounds have been transformed into a memorial park that offers visitors a nostalgic journey back to Japan’s railway past. Horoni Railway Memorial Park - Kyowa town, Hokkaido Prefecture A Brief History of Horoni Station Horoni Station first opened on December 5, 1919 (Taisho 8) as part of the Railway Bureau’s Iwanai Light Line. In 1922 , the line was renamed the Iwanai Line , connecting communities along Hokkaido’s rugged coastline to the Hakod...
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10 Things to Do in Iwanai

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10 Things to Do in Iwanai Iwanai ( 岩内町 ) is a historic fishing town located in Hokkaido’s Shiribeshi Subprefecture, Japan . Considered one of the oldest settlements in the region, it dates back to 1450 when it served as a seasonal fishing site before gradually evolving into a permanent village. It was officially recognized as a town in 1751, long before the Meiji Restoration. The town’s name is believed to have originated from the Ainu language, either from Iwaunai ( iwaw nay ), meaning “ sulfur river ,” or Iwanai ( iwa nay ), meaning “ mountain river .” For those planning to visit this historic fishing town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Iwanai :   Iwanai's manhole cover 1. Take a photo of Iwanai's manhole cover design . I have seen 1 unique manhole cover design. It is commonly found in the town. The colored version of this is displayed near the roadside station.   Iwanai Shrine 2. Visit Iwanai Shrine ( 岩内神社 ) , the main shrine o...
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Location: Iwanai, Iwanai District, Hokkaido, Japan
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Iwanai Shrine - Hokkaido

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Iwanai Shrine ( 岩内神社 ) is the main shrine of the town of Iwanai. It is located at 41 Miyazono in the town of Iwanai, Iwanai District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Iwanai Shrine Iwanai Shrine Details Iwanai Shrine , also called Iwanai Jinja ,  is more than just a place of worship—it’s a cultural treasure that has stood for over two centuries, preserving traditions and stories that date back to the late 18th century. Iwanai Shrine - Iwanai town, Hokkaido Prefecture A Shrine Born from the Sea (1789) The origins of Iwanai Shrine trace back to 1789, during the first year of the Kansei era. It is believed that Matsumae Shimanokami Yoshihiro ordered local contractor Kumanoya Yozaemon to enshrine Ichikishimahime , the guardian deity of safe sea routes and prosperous fishing. This marked the beginning of a spiritual landmark deeply tied to the lives of fishermen and seafarers. Iwanai Shrine 's main torii gate 岩内神社 Crossing the small bridge to the shrine grounds Iwanai Shrine gr...
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Location: 41 Miyazono, Iwanai, Iwanai District, Hokkaido 045-0012, Japan
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