Hirota Bay shore
The town faces the wide, open curve of Hirota Bay. Its long shoreline draws a smooth edge across the bottom of the map.
Minimalist map poster · Japan
Rikuzen-Takata Map Poster & Print
39.0203° N / 141.6542° E
A rebuilt coastal town on raised ground above Hirota Bay, where a long pine-lined shore once met the Pacific
- 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
Rikuzen-Takata 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 Rikuzen-Takata, 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
Rikuzen-Takata at home
The map
About this Rikuzen-Takata map poster
Rikuzen-Takata is a city on the Sanriku coast of Iwate Prefecture, at the head of Hirota Bay. The 2011 tsunami destroyed much of the town centre. Since then, the town has been rebuilt on ground raised well above its former level. On the map, a newly planned grid stands where the old streets used to be.
Before the disaster, the shore was lined by the Takata-matsubara, a long pine forest. Of roughly seventy thousand trees, only one pine was left standing. It became known as the miracle pine and a symbol of recovery, and it has been preserved as a memorial. A memorial park now occupies part of the former waterfront.
A Rikuzen-Takata map poster records a town that has redrawn itself. The shore of Hirota Bay, the river that flows into it and the new centre on higher ground make a map that people from the area find deeply meaningful.
- Population
- 18,000
- Coordinates
- 39.0203° N / 141.6542° E
- Elevation
- 44 m
- Time zone
- Tokyo
- Region
- Rikuzen-Takata, Japan
Rebuilt centre
After 2011 the town centre was rebuilt on raised land. It has a new, regular street layout that is clearly different from the older fishing settlements along the coast.
Memorial waterfront
Part of the former coastal strip is now a memorial park near the lone pine. On the map it is an open space between the town and the sea.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Rikuzen-Takata
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 Rikuzen-Takata
A map that means something
For many people, this map is an act of remembrance and a sign of continuity. It suits former residents, volunteers who worked here after 2011, and anyone who has visited the memorial.
You can personalise the title and subtitle, perhaps with a date or a few words of your own, and set the coordinates line. Choose Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand.
Order the Rikuzen-Takata posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 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 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 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.
Rikuzen-Takata map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Rikuzen-Takata 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 Rikuzen-Takata 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 Rikuzen-Takata 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 to 60+ countries. 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 Rikuzen-Takata 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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