Blessed with the sun, "The country of Hitakami" was fostered by the Pacific Ocean and the Kitakami River.

   To convey our love for this beautiful home, and the spirit of building this city full of smiles and hopes, we hereby proclaim the Citizens' Charter.

   This is what we want to protect:

   Our people's life and the rich nature.

   This is what we want to convey:

   Our ancesters' wisdom and pride in our home.

   This is what we want to cherish:

   Our human bonds and hearts of gratitude.

   We live on in Ishinomaki.

   Together, let us make a brilliant future.

Note : "Hitakami" is considered to be the original name of the Ishinomaki area.