Kitakami
Japan · IwateJP
City in Tōhoku, Japan
Kitakami is a city located in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2019, the city had an estimated population of 92,311, and a population density of 210 persons per km2 in 37,085 households. The total area of the city is 437.55 square kilometres (168.94 sq mi). The city is famous for the sakura that bloom in Tenshochi Park.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 93,344
- Coordinates
- 39.283, 141.117
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Kitakami
Kitakami — a compact city in Iwate, Japan — is worth a place on your map. About 93,344 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are nature, sports and water sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Kitakami
Nature in Kitakami
(2)Kitakami's nature entries include Geological Formations and Rivers. It is a direct read of Kitakami's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Sports in Kitakami
(1)Kitakami records Snowboard under sports. It is a direct read of Kitakami's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Kitakami
(1)Our data lists Water Skiing as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kitakami.
Best time to visit Kitakami
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Kitakami is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Tokyo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Kitakami that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kitakami known for?
- Travellers associate Kitakami with nature, sports and water sports. It sits in Iwate, Japan and counts about 93,344 residents.
- What can you do in Kitakami?
- Kitakami is tagged with Geological Formations, Rivers, Snowboard and Water Skiing, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Kitakami?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
- Where is Kitakami located?
- Kitakami belongs to Iwate, Japan, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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