During the
Edo period the
Nagasaki Kaidō passed through Kitagata. During the
Meiji period the Nishiki coal mine was operated and the coal industry flourished. However, it closed in 1960. • April 1, 1889 - The modern system of
municipalities was established. The area consisted of two villages: Kitagata and Hashishita. • April 29, 1944 - Kitagata Village became Kitagata Town. • April 1, 1956 - Part of Hashishita Village was incorporated into Kitagata Town. The remaining part was incorporated into
Shiroishi Town. ==Education==