Nisshin City 日進市
 

Nisshin City is located between Owari and Mikawa, with Nagoya City on its west, Toyota City and Miyoshi Town on its east, Togo Town on its south and Nagakute Town on its north.  Nisshin City covers an area of 34.90 square kilometers, running 8.9 kilometers from east to west and 6.8 kilometers from north to south; the city is surrounded by moderate hills ranging from 50 meters to 160 meters above sea level, with an average elevation of 70meters above sea level.  The Tempaku River flows through the center of the city from east to west and is bordered by rich agricultural land.  In October 1889, a municipal system was introduced and 14 villages were integrated into three villages, namely Kaguyama Village, Hakusan Village and Iwasaki Village.  In May 1906, these three villages were merged and became Nisshin Village.  When Nisshin Village became Nisshin Town in January 1958, Nisshin was a farming village with a population of just over 10,000 people.  Since 1965, its population has grown rapidly due to the progress in land development for housing, which was very successful thanks to favorable geographic and social conditions.  Universities and other institutions were also established in the region, and Nisshin became known as an academic town.  The national census conducted in 1990 revealed that the population of Nisshin had reached more than 50,000; which drove Nisshin Town to obtain city status.  This was realized on 1 October 1994 when Nisshin City was officially recognized as a new city.  Nisshin City has a long history, dating back to the Nara and Heian Eras.  It is located in the heart of a “famous area for Ancient Kilns at the base of the western and southern slopes of the Sanage Mountain Range”, and numerous remains of kilns have been discovered there.  In the Sengoku Era (Age of Provincial Wars), this region was famous as the area in which “the Battle of Iwasaki Castle” was fought.  It was this battle that triggered the “Battle of Komaki and Nagakute”, in which the warlords of Tokugawa and Toyotomi had fought.

City Flower: Hydrangea

City Tree: Fragrant Olive

City Crest: The crest is designed from the second Kanji (Chinese Character) of Nisshin, “shin 進” (which means “advance”).  Surrounding and emanating from the central circle are numerous arrows which symbolize the force of the rising sun and represent the development of the city.

Main Public Facilities in Nisshin City

City Hall

Nisshin City Hall (http://www.city.nisshin.lg.jp)
268 Ikeshita, Kanikou-cho. Nisshin-shi, Aichi-ken
Japan, 470-0192 

Municipal Hall

A complex facility that integrates both the “Central Municipal Hall” and the “Workfare Hall”, and which functions as the central location for the cultural activities of the people of Nisshin City.  Facilities include the Great Hall (1,000 seats), the Small Hall, a conference rooms, and exhibition halls, etc., which can be used for various events, presentations and conferences.

Municipal Library

The people of Nisshin City show great enthusiasm towards reading and its library facilities are more frequently used than other similar facilities nationwide.  There is a book reservation system, and a post/delivery service of books to the physically challenged, in addition to the mobile library, “Ajisai (Hydrangea) Bus”.

Currently, a new library is under construction.

Health Care Center

In order to encourage healthy life styles and support citizens in managing their own health, this facility provides, periodic health checks against lifestyle-related diseases, vaccinations, infant health checks, mothering classes, health classes, health consultations and other health support services.

Central Welfare Center

The management of the center is commissioned to the Council of Social Welfare, and contains the “Central Day Service Center”, “Welfare Center for the Physically Challenged”, “Home-care Support Center” and “Holiday Emergency Clinic”.  The center is a comprehensive facility for the citizen’s welfare.

 Welfare Halls

A complex facility that includes: the “Welfare Center for the Elderly”, which provides recreational activities for the elderly; “Children’s House”, which promotes the healthy nurturing of children; and the “Women’s Training Center”, which facilitates the enhanced cultural education of women (only available at the Nisshin Welfare Hall.).  Films are also shown for both children and the elderly, and various seasonal events for children are held on a monthly basis.

Nisshin (Iwasaki-cho)	Iwasaki-Kaguyama	Ainoyama
Mutsumi	Nisshin East	Nisshin South

School Catering Center

This center is capable of preparing up to 10,000 meals a day for the elementary and junior high schools of the city.  Dietitians take special care in planning menus in order to provide a rich and varied diet.

Nisshin North Sewage Treatment Plant

This plant services the northern region of the city.  Construction started in 1985 and the plant has been in service since 1989.

Nisshin south Sewage Treatment Plant

This plant services the southern region of the city.  The plant has been in service since April 2004, and the facility will be further upgraded to accommodate the expanding service area.

Aichi Chubu Water Supply Authority(Joint Management)

Nisshin City, Togo Town, Nagakute Town, Toyoake City and Miyoshi Town jointly established this facility in order to accommodate the growing demand for water due to the urbanization of the area.  It supplies delicious, fresh water to households in the surrounding areas.

Bisan Fire Headquarters, Nisshin Fire Station(Joint Management)

Nisshin City, Togo Town and Miyoshi Town have collaborated on fire prevention, disaster prevention and emergency services in order to protect the lives and assets of their citizens.  Currently there are two stations in Nisshin City that provide firefighting and first-aid services.

Bisan Fire Headquarters, Nisshin Fire Station West Location(Joint Management)

Nitto Sanitation Authority, Nisshin Beautification Center(Joint Management)

Nisshin City and Togo Town jointly established this facility to treat human waste and the sludge of septic tanks.

Bisan Sanitation Authority, Togo Beautification Center(Joint Management)

Nisshin City, Togo Town and Miyoshi Town jointly established this facility for the treatment of household garbage, large trash and recyclables.  It uses cutting-edge technology to conserve the living environment.

Main Famous Sights & Cultural Assets

Iwasaki Castle & History Museum

Iwasaki Castle is located on a small hill in the surrounding flatlands, and was built in the Kyouroku Era (1528-1531) by Nobuhide Oda, father of Nobunaga Oda.  The castle was captured by Kiyoyasu Matsudaira (grandfather of Ieyasu Tokugawa) and Ujikiyo Niwa moved to this castle from his former residence of Hongo Castle in 1538.  The castle is also known for the heroic death of the castellan Ujikiyo Niwa and his 300 or so warriors who stopped the troops of Tsuneoki Ikeda-an ally of Toyotomi-who attempted to attack Niwa’s troops from behind during the Battle of Komaki and Nagakute in 1584.  The Museum of Iwasaki Castle History exhibits various items that represent the important history of Nisshin City.

Garyu-no-matsu (Reclining Dragon Pine Tree)

This black pine tree is located in the temple grounds of Myousenji Temple, and is estimated to be over 400 years old.  It is the only large black pine tree in the city.  It has been named “garyu (reclining dragon)” as its form resembles a dragon which is lying down.  City-Designed Cultural Asset (Natural Monument)

Myousenji-sanmon (Temple gate)

This temple gate is made in a two-story Senken-ikko form.  Its records indicate that it was rebuilt in 1793 during the time of the monk Senkan XVI and has reached its present state through a number of renovations. -Edo Era- 

City-Designed Cultural Asset (Building Structure)

Kaguyama Ancient Kiln

During excavations to study the readjustment of town lots in1982, an ancient kiln was found in almost perfect condition, except for its ceiling.  Recently, a protective covering has been installed and the public can view the kiln.  The kiln is a pit kiln and approximately 8 meters long and 2 meters wide.  It is one of many located un a 20 square kilometers area-where over 1,000 such kilns are estimated to have existed-referred to as the Sanage kilns, in the foothills on the eastern outskirts of Nagoya.  Heian Era, 9^th Century AD

Goshikien (Goshiki Temple Gardens)

A religious park that is located within the 660,000㎡ premises of the religious institution Daianji.  A life-size statue of the sacred Shinran, which portrays his life as a monk, is on dasplay.  It is also famous for its cherry blossoms, which attract many visitors.

Aichi Petting farm

A full-scale petting farm-uncommon in a region so close to Nagoya.  The petting farm offers various forms of entertainment, such as horseback riding and mini golf, and is open to the public for their enjoyment and pleasure.

Aichi Pond

A regulating reservoir of Aichi Waterworks built in 1961, and located on the borders of Nisshin City, Togo Town and Miyoshi Town.  The circumference of the reservoir is approximately 10 kilometers.  Around the reservoir there are several forest walking paths and on its northwestern edge there is a research and development complex for companies.  Various cutting-edge technologies are developed in this beautiful, tranquil environment.

Main Parks & Sports Facilities

 Sports Center

A place where people can share the enjoyment of various sports and other recreational activities, meet new friends and nurture friendships.  The Sports Center was built in 1996 to become an oasis for its citizens and to facilitate communication amongst the people of the community.

Sports Park

Located in unspoiled forest, the park boasts various sports facilities and is particularly popular amongst children during the swimming and camping seasons.

Facilities include a pool, baseball field, sports field, tennis court and camping site.  In addition, a Japanese archery facility opened in May 1999.

Kabuyama Central Park

This park has been designed to provide a variety of facilities for the pursuit of a multitude of daily outdoor recreational activities.  There is a sports field on the north side, and a wide expanse of lawn and a rest area that reflects the natural landscape of the area on the southern side.  The roller slides and athletic equipment are particularly popular among children.

Nokatamitsuike Park

This park is popular among citizens as a relaxing and pleasant park.  A fountain is located in the center of the park, and a brook flows quietly from it.  A 120 meter long pier has been built across the lower lake-located in the northern end of the park-and is ideal for a stroll over the lake.