by Takuya Horiuchi
 Being one of "Three Great Springs in Higo" (Higo as old reference name for
current Kumamoto pref. area), the mineral-rich water spouts out silently. The
water source is certified by Uto City as historical cultural asset due to the
fact that the 5km stone water pipeline from the source is the oldest waterworks
that still woks today.
The history of the waterworks goes back to 1646 when
local governor Hosokawa constructed clay pipeline from the spring to water-poor
town of Uji. The pipeline was restructured with stones in 1769, which remains as
it is today.
Todoroki Springs Nature Park is located adjacent to the source
whereby the surrounding nature is strictly preserved.
Location: Miyanosho-machi, Uto-City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Transportation:
From JR "Uto" station, take Kyushu Sanko Bus for Matsuhashi and drop at
"Ichiriguchi", then 15 minutes walk
Contact: Commerce, Industry and Tourism
Section, Uto City 0964-22-1111
Courtesy of our Affilate: Global Water K.K.
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