Takasago
A coastal city in Hyōgo Prefecture with a long history, Takasago is known for its concentration of shrines in the southern part of the city and the autumn festivals collectively called the Banshu no Akimatsuri. Fishing, quarrying, and coastal manufacturing have shaped the local economy, and the city sits within sight of mountains with UNESCO World Heritage sites in the wider region.
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- Population87,722
- Nearest water from center 0.5 km0.3 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 21 km13 mi
Nearest airports
Takasago: quick answers
Where is Takasago?
Takasago is in Takasago City, Japan, about 37 km23 miles in a straight line from Kobe.
How do you get to Takasago?
The nearest airport is Kobe (UKB), about 1 hr 11 min away by road. The nearest train station is 日岡, about 18 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Takasago?
The warmest month is August, averaging 26°C80°F across day and night; the coolest is January, at 5°C41°F. The wettest month is September, with about 208 mm8.2 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Takasago?
OpenStreetMap lists 2 museums, 85 restaurants, 40 cafés and 30 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Takasago?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Kakogawa, Miki and Ikeda. Takasago is listed among the day trips from Kyoto and day trips from Osaka.