The Kako River
The river runs through Katō from north to south. Its winding course organises the valleys, towns and roads around it.
Minimalist map poster · Japan
Katō Map Poster & Print
34.9242° N / 135.0261° E
Valley towns along the Kako River, surrounded by terraced rice fields and wooded hills in inland Hyōgo
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Katō in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Katō, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Katō at home
The map
About this Katō map poster
Katō lies in the interior of Hyōgo Prefecture, north of the Harima coastal plain. The city was formed in 2006 when three towns merged. The Kako River is the main line on the map: it winds through the area from north to south, and roads and settlements follow its valleys and the smaller streams that feed it.
Between these valleys, forested hills rise, while the lowland is divided into neat rice paddies. The Chūgoku Expressway crosses the city, and its long, sweeping line contrasts with the smaller roads between the fields. Built-up areas are scattered clusters, not a single dense centre, which gives a Katō map poster a relaxed, spread-out composition.
Katō is best known as one of the main growing areas for Yamada Nishiki, the rice variety prized for premium sake. Brewers across Japan buy rice from this part of Hyōgo. For anyone who follows sake, those neat paddies on the map are where some of the most sought-after rice in the country is grown.
- Population
- 41,000
- Coordinates
- 34.9242° N / 135.0261° E
- Elevation
- 125 m
- Time zone
- Tokyo
- Region
- Katō, Japan
Sake-rice paddies
Rice fields for Yamada Nishiki cover the lowlands in regular patterns, a fine grid between the river and the wooded slopes.
The expressway
The Chūgoku Expressway crosses the city in long, smooth curves. It is a clear, modern line that cuts through the older rural pattern.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Katō
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Katō
A map that means something
Katō appeals to people who grew up in its valley towns and to sake enthusiasts who know the name from rice labels. This map keeps both in view: the river, the fields and the quiet settlements.
You can add a title, a subtitle and the coordinates line, for example the name of a brewery or a date. Choose from Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. Paper and Sand suit the rural subject well.
Order the Katō posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm (11.8 × 15.7″) | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3, 11.7 × 16.5″) | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2, 16.5 × 23.4″) | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm (18 × 24″) | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm (19.7 × 27.6″) | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm (24 × 36″) | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Katō map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Katō poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Katō poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Katō poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free worldwide. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Katō poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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