Kato District, Administrative district in Tokachi Subprefecture, Japan.
The Kato district encompasses four towns: Otofuke, Shihoro, Kamishihoro, and Shikaoi, covering an area of 1,825 square kilometers in eastern Hokkaido.
The establishment of Kato District on July 23, 1879, marked a significant phase in Hokkaido's administrative development during the Meiji period modernization.
Each town within Kato District maintains local festivals celebrating agricultural harvests, connecting residents through seasonal community gatherings and food traditions.
The district receives regular public transportation services connecting to Tokachi-Obihiro Airport, with buses operating between the four main towns.
The district contains extensive dairy farms and agricultural facilities, producing significant quantities of milk and crops for Japan's food supply chain.
Location: Tokachi Subprefecture
Inception: July 23, 1879
GPS coordinates: 43.23700,143.17000
Latest update: March 15, 2025 11:53
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