What is kanegasaki?

Kanegasaki is a town located in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It has an area of 180.76 square kilometers and a population of approximately 6,600 people. The town is known for its agriculture, particularly its production of apples and pears. There are also several historic sites in Kanegasaki, including the Kanegasaki Shrine and the Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Site, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is served by the Hachinohe Line of the JR East railway network, with two stations located within its borders.