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Gokisogokiso

Also known as: 御器所・Gokiso Station

A neighborhood and subway station name in Shōwa Ward, Nagoya, known for its unusual reading. The name is believed to derive from an old tradition of crafting ritual vessels for local shrines. The Tsurumai Line station keeps the name alive for commuters today.

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