Kamikawa district

Kamikawa district includes eight distinct towns across 2,723 square kilometers of land, with mountains, rivers, and agricultural areas throughout the region.

The district emerged during the 1879 administrative reorganization of Hokkaido, when the island was divided into provinces and smaller territorial units.

Each town within the district maintains its own festivals and traditions, from winter celebrations to seasonal food preparations using local ingredients.

Travelers can access the district through Asahikawa Airport, located between Asahikawa City and Higashikagura, connecting to major Japanese cities.

The district contains the headwaters of the Ishikari River, the longest waterway in Hokkaido, which shapes the local geography and agriculture.

Location: Kamikawa Subprefecture

Location: Hokkaido

Inception: July 23, 1879

GPS coordinates: 43.54430,143.02100

Latest update: March 18, 2025 13:42