Kitami, Urban center in northeastern Hokkaido, Japan.
The city stretches from the Kitami Mountains to the Sea of Okhotsk, situated at the intersection of the Muka and Tokoro rivers.
Originally named Nokkeushi by Ainu inhabitants, the area transformed into a Japanese settlement in 1897 and received city status in 1942.
The Kitami Winter Festival takes place during the second week of February, featuring outdoor activities and local celebrations.
Travelers reach Kitami by bus services from Sapporo, with connections operated by Hokkaido Kitami Bus taking approximately four hours and thirty minutes.
Kitami leads Japan in onion and white flower bean production, while maintaining a strong presence in scallop farming and mint cultivation.
Location: Okhotsk Subprefecture
Inception: April 1, 1909
Shares border with: Abashiri, Kunneppu, Oketo, Saroma, Ozora, Tsubetsu, Bihoro, Engaru, Yubetsu, Kamikawa, Kamishihoro
Website: https://city.kitami.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 43.80306,143.89472
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:20
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