Teshikaga, Hokkaido

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Teshikaga
弟子屈町
Town
Location of Teshikaga in Hokkaido (Kushiro Subprefecture)
Teshikaga
Location in Japan
Coordinates: 43°29′N 144°28′E / 43.483°N 144.467°E / 43.483; 144.467Coordinates: 43°29′N 144°28′E / 43.483°N 144.467°E / 43.483; 144.467
Country Japan
Region Hokkaido
Prefecture Hokkaido (Kushiro Subprefecture)
District Kawakami
Area
  Total 774.53 km2 (299.05 sq mi)
Population (December 31, 2007)
  Total 8,690
  Density 11/km2 (29/sq mi)
Time zone Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Website Official website

Teshikaga (弟子屈町 Teshikaga-chō) is a town located in Kawakami District, Kushiro Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. As of December 31, 2007 it has an estimated population of 8,690 and an area of 774.53 km².

Famous tourist attractions in the town include Lake Mashu (Ainu: Kamuy-to), Lake Kussharo (Ainu: Kuccharo) and Kawayu Onsen. The climate is so cold that diamond dust can be seen in winter.

History

  • 1923 Teshikaga Village is formed.
  • 1943 Teshikaga Village becomes Techikaga Town.

Famous persons

  • Taihō Koki - sumo wrestler

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External links

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