Running parallel to the Metoba River, Nawate Dori—affectionately known as Frog Street—is a charming pedestrian promenade steeped in quirky local history. After a devastating 1959 typhoon drove away the river's native kajika frogs, residents revitalized the district by dedicating a shrine to the creatures and filling the lane with playful frog statues. Today, visitors can wander past nostalgic storefronts offering frog-themed souvenirs, antiques, and delicious street treats like taiyaki and senbei crackers. It remains a delightful, heartwarming symbol of community resilience in the heart of the city.
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