Assabu

Assabu is a small town in the Hiyama district of Hokkaido in northern Japan. It functions as a local administrative center for the surrounding rural area.

The site was established as a settlement in territory traditionally inhabited by the Ainu people before integration into Japan's modern administrative system. The town developed as a local governance center for the region.

Assabu takes its name from the Ainu language of the region's indigenous people, a connection that shapes local identity. The town carries this linguistic heritage as part of its character today.

The town is small and easy to navigate on foot, with basic facilities for visitors. Summer offers the best conditions for exploring, with milder weather than other seasons.

The location sits in a region with deep Ainu history that many travelers overlook while focusing on larger urban centers. This connection to indigenous heritage offers a rare perspective on Japan's original inhabitants.

Location: Hiyama district

Inception: April 1, 1906

Shares border with: Hokuto, Kaminokuni, Esashi, Otobe, Yakumo, Mori, Kikonai

Website: https://town.assabu.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 41.92086,140.22547

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20