Nishiwaki City is sometimes called the "navel of Japan" due to its location in the center of the Japanese archipelago. The city is home to mountains such as Saikojiyama and Myokenzan, as well as rivers such as the Kakogawa River. The Tsuman district of Nishiwaki City is the city's center, home to many public and commercial facilities. The city is home to Banshu ramen, a local ramen dish. While it is a city specialty, it is also important to the city's industry. Some of the city's famous attractions include Japan Navel Park and Banshu Weaving Workshop. The city also hosts events such as the Nishiwaki Navel Textile Festival and the Nishiwaki Meridian Marathon.