Hashino Iron Mining and Smelting Site / Blast Furnace Remains

Hashino Iron Mining and Smelting Site / Blast Furnace Remains_3

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This site was built starting in 1858 until the following year through technical guidance by Oshima Takato, who has been called the father of modern ironmaking. Afterward, it was managed by the Nanbu Domain and the site of the oldest Western-style blast furnace in Japan was designated as a National Cultural Property of Japan (remnants). In addition to three blast furnaces, the remnants of a waterwheel and tenement have been confirmed, indicating the operational and management conditions of those times. This historical landmark is a symbol of the modernization of the iron industry in Japan.

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More Information about Hashino Iron Mining and Smelting Site / Blast Furnace Remains

Street address: 15 Daini-Chiwari, Hashinocho, Kamaishi City, Iwate
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Access

Approximately 50 minutes by car from JR Kamaishi Station (*Taxis and rental car agencies available near Kamaishi Station)

Approximately 35 minutes by car from JR Tono Station (*Taxis available near Tono Station)

Large buses cannot use the prefectural road Kamaishi Tono Line.

The nearest stop for fixed-route buses is called "Nakamura," but it is difficult to find a taxi there. Please note that you will have to walk about 10km one way on prefectural roads and city roads.