Teshikaga, Hokkaido
| 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°ECoordinates: 43°29′N 144°28′E / 43.483°N 144.467°E | |
| 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
Gallery
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Lake Mashu
External links
Media related to Teshikaga, Hokkaidō at Wikimedia Commons
- Official website (Japanese)