One's hometown or birthplace — the place where one was born and raised or feels a strong emotional attachment to; often synonymous with 'furusato'.
年に一度は故郷に帰って家族と過ごすようにしている。
I try to return to my hometown once a year to spend time with my family.
故郷の祭りはいつも懐かしい気持ちにさせる。
The festival in my hometown always brings back nostalgic feelings.
遠く離れた故郷の風景を写真で見た。
I saw pictures of the scenery from my distant hometown.