Akkeshi, Coastal town in Kushiro Subprefecture, Japan
The town extends across 734 square kilometers along the Pacific coast, featuring both urban settlements and natural landscapes with Lake Akkeshi at its center.
In July 1900, Akkeshi emerged from the consolidation of four towns and seven villages during the Meiji period development initiatives of Hokkaido.
Kokutai-ji Buddhist temple, established in 1802, stands as one of the earliest religious structures in Hokkaido, reflecting the region's spiritual evolution.
Akkeshi Railway Station connects travelers to major Hokkaido destinations, while local businesses focus on seafood processing and distribution throughout Japan.
The 456-meter bridge linking Shinryu and Honcho districts provides views of fishing boats harvesting clams and oysters in the waters below.
Location: Kushiro Subprefecture
Location: Akkeshi district
Inception: July 1, 1900
Shares border with: Hamanaka, Kushiro, Shibecha, Betsukai
Website: https://akkeshi-town.jp
GPS coordinates: 43.05197,144.84728
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
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