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Amagasaki City, which has developed as a “city of manufacturing,” also has a history of overcoming pollution. The southern area, where factory night view spots are concentrated, developed into a heavy chemical industrial zone centered on power plants and the steel industry. However, this development also caused pollution problems such as air pollution and water contamination. Through long-standing efforts not only by the government but also by citizens and local industries, the environment of Amagasaki has greatly improved, and the city has been selected as an “Environmental Model City.” As a result of overcoming its negative image, the fact that “factories and residential areas are close together” has led to “easy access to factories,” allowing visitors to see the powerful and distinctive factory scenery of Amagasaki, including rising steam and winding pipelines.
Since the distance to the subject is close and the area is bright, it is also possible to take photos with a smartphone.
Factory Night View Spots in Amagasaki City
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Kansai Coke & Chemicals
This factory can be photographed with its distinctive orange glow. The scenery changes depending on the shooting location and angle, so try finding your favorite spot.
Access: 8 minutes by car from Nishinomiya IC on the Meishin Expressway.
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Rengo Amagasaki Factory
This paper factory, which produces cardboard and other products, is conveniently accessible within walking distance from Hanshin Kuise Station. The red-and-white chimneys and the network of pipes make it a rewarding subject for photography. Since you can shoot from a very close distance, you can capture a variety of photos.
Access: 4 minutes on foot from Hanshin Railway Kuise Station.
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Doi Line Overpass
This chemical plant has a photography spot on the overpass, allowing you to enjoy factory night views from a higher vantage point.
Access: 6 minutes by car from Amagasaki Nishi IC on the Hanshin Expressway.
Private Factory Night View Tours Available!
Private tours can be arranged with Tetsuro Kobayashi, a native of Amagasaki and a leading photographer of factory night views, who has continued photographing factory nightscapes across Japan and has published photo books and factory night view photography guides (date, time, and conditions to be arranged upon consultation).
Contact:
Amagasaki Tourism Bureau (General Incorporated Association) Cultural Tourism Promotion Division
Email ama.bunkakankou@gmail.com
