寝屋川の起点 Statue

From trickling beginnings, mighty rivers flow. Here at the Neyagawa no Kiten statue, we mark the humble origin of the Neyagawa River. The statue itself isn’t ancient. But it represents a source of great significance to Neyagawa City. The Neyagawa River, you see, is more than just a waterway. Its name is intertwined with the city’s identity, its history, and its very existence. The characters for “Neyagawa” often refer to this city. The river itself flows far beyond Neyagawa city limits though. It winds through Kadoma, Higashiosaka, and even parts of Osaka City before meeting the old Yodo River. Imagine, this unassuming spot gives rise to a 21-kilometer river! The Neyagawa no Kiten statue sits near the Neyagawa City Public Cemetery in the Ikenohata neighborhood. You can find it on a small, quiet side road. This very spot marks the beginning of the river. The official designation of this location is marked by a sign just 50 meters northeast of the Neyagawa no Kiten statue. The Neyagawa River’s flow has shaped the landscape and the lives of the people here for centuries. It was once a source of water for agriculture and daily life. It also facilitated boat travel to Osaka. But the river was also a source of great hardship. When heavy rains fell, it would swell, bringing devastating floods. Today, the river has been modernized and modified. But the struggles of those who lived alongside its banks are still remembered. The Neyagawa River isn’t just a river. It is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the people who have called this area home. It’s their lifeblood. And it all begins right here, at the Neyagawa no Kiten statue.