Osaka
Izumiotsu City
Discover Izumiotsu City
A Journey to the Roots of Well‑Being and Beauty
In Izumiotsu, where the sea breeze drifts through the city, you begin by caring for the “ashi‑yubi” that support every step you take. Nourished from within by honest, wholesome food, you move through a place where history and modern well‑being quietly blend together.
This is a town of renewal — a place to reset both body and mind.
Your journey to rediscover your natural radiance begins here.
The Foundations of Food that Sustains Well‑Being
Food
Food Education and Building Health Through What We Eat
In Izumiotsu, the city promotes health through food based on the principles of Ishoku‑Dogen and Shindo‑Fuji—the belief that nourishment and well‑being are deeply connected.
A symbol of this commitment is the school lunch that children eat every day.
Only safe and carefully selected rice is used, including organic and specially cultivated varieties.
By preparing the rice using the Kinmemai method, which preserves more of its natural nutrients than standard polishing, the city supports children’s healthy growth from the foundation of their daily meals.
Food Education for a Healthy Future
By incorporating fermented foods, organic ingredients, and menus shaped around local harvests and the changing seasons, the city places great emphasis on food education that is alive and connected to daily life.
Experiencing the gifts of the region and the flavors of each season encourages children to understand their own bodies and to cultivate a quiet appreciation for nature.
This deep commitment to food is the foundation of lasting well‑being and longevity—values that continue to be passed down across generations.
Caring for the Body from the Ground Up
Daily Movement
Proactive Wellness Through Ashi‑Yubi Care
Izumiotsu aims to become a leading city in preventive wellness, promoting initiatives that help residents better understand their physical and mental health.
By enabling people to recognise their own condition and address emerging concerns, the city is creating a wide range of options through collaboration between the public sector, private partners, and the community.
A new approach to preventing illness before it begins is steadily taking shape.
Diverse Wellness Projects
Among the city’s flagship initiatives are the Ashi‑Yubi Project, which encourages healthy development beginning with the feet, the Women’s Health Empowerment Project, and the Dementia Prevention and Improvement Program.
These multifaceted efforts are designed to support residents at every stage of life.
Through these initiatives, the healthy life expectancy of the community continues to grow steadily.
Recommended Local Spots
ACCESS
Osaka Prefecture / Izumiotsu City
Nankai Main Line ExpressApprox. 30 min
Held by the Quiet Grandeur of Sunset
N GRILL
Just a 20‑minute drive from central Osaka or Kansai International Airport, Izumiotsu Marina and Nagisa Park offer a peaceful escape from the pace of everyday life.
Beloved as a place for leisurely walks, the area also provides sweeping views of the sun setting beyond the Akashi Kaikyō Bridge during the summer months.
Here, an urban resort landscape unique to Izumiotsu unfolds, where nature and city life exist in quiet harmony.
A Relaxing BBQ by the Water
At N GRILL, located beside the park, you can enjoy BBQ while taking in the beautiful waterfront views.
With the sea breeze drifting through and the sky changing by the moment, it becomes a special time to share a meal with the people who matter most.
Dining in this open, refreshing setting offers a welcome break from daily life and leaves you feeling ready for the day ahead.
Let the Green Set You Free
Sheepath Park
Sheepath Park is a lively waterfront space where you can spend the entire day surrounded by nature.
Its wide lawn, community garden, and park center make it a welcoming place for everyday activities and a variety of local events.
A restaurant is also located within the park, allowing you to enjoy a relaxed meal after working up a pleasant sweat.
A Place for Your Well‑Being
The park welcomes visitors with a 3,400‑square‑meter lawn designed around the idea of harmony with nature, along with features such as the Mud Ring and the grass‑sliding area.
With equipment available for rent, it serves as an open community space where you can enjoy active play without needing to bring anything along.
It’s a place to bring a touch of nature into your daily life and enjoy a moment that leaves both body and mind feeling refreshed.
A Shrine Honoring the Life That Sustains Us
Izumi Anashi Shrine
Izumi Anashi Shrine, with a history spanning 1,200 years, is an ancient shrine long known for offering rice used in sacred sake.
Its principal deities are the agricultural god Ame‑no‑Oshihomimi‑no‑Mikoto and his consort Taku-hata‑Chiji‑hime‑no‑Mikoto, the goddess of fine textiles.
Here, rice and textiles—foundations of life and livelihood in Izumiotsu—have been closely connected and carefully preserved through the generations.
A Glimpse of Nature’s Resilience
Beyond the rare sight of two torii standing side by side, a grove of large camphor trees continues to thrive with remarkable strength.
Some of these trees once fell during past disasters, yet they still send out new shoots today—a vivid reminder of nature’s resilience and the quiet brilliance of life.
Encountering this enduring vitality with all your senses offers a moment that gently restores both body and mind.