Nurema

Nurema [濡岩; ぬれま] is a city located in eastern Kawara Prefecture. As of 2020, it had a population of around 34,000. 
Nurema is considered the rice capital of Kawara, having produced thousands of tonnes of the crop for centuries. Irrigated by tributaries of the Nike River, the city is known particularly for its extensive canal system, which once allowed supplies and materials to be transported via waterway throughout the area. In modern times, this system is open for boat passengers, and tours can be taken of Nurema's western ward where the canals were built. Tourists are transported on koboki, traditional canal boats which are slim, lightweight and easily maneuvered.
Nurema also houses the Nurema Suisan, a glorified shrine dedicated to various local water deities. It is one of the largest shrines in the country, bigger than most temples, but does not have the correct facilities to warrant temple status. Each year, Suisan can receive up to 12,000 visitors.