Teshikaga, Hokkaidō

Teshikaga, Hokkaidō

nihongo|Teshikaga|弟子屈町|Teshikaga-chō is a town located in Kawakami District, Kushiro Subprefecture, Hokkaidō Prefecture. 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

External links

* [http://www.town.teshikaga.hokkaido.jp/ Official website] in Japanese


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