Toyooka City is located in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture, renowned for Kinosaki Onsen and Tajima beef. Kinosaki Onsen has a history of 1,400 years, with its nostalgic hot spring town surrounded by seven public bathhouses. Izushi Castle ruins and the Izushi castle town preserve the Edo-period atmosphere, where visitors can enjoy Izushi soba (served on small plates with a unique eating style). Kannon-ga-hara Plateau is a popular skiing destination. The finest cuisine includes Tajima beef (top-grade wagyu, melting in the mouth when served as sukiyaki or grilled), Kinosaki crabs (in winter), Toyooka ramen, and hot spring sweets (crab egg tarts).