Abashiri

Abashiri is a city located in Okhotsk Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. Abashiri is called the web page of the Abashiri Prison, a Meiji-era facility used for the incarceration of political prisoners. The antique prison has been became a museum, but the city's new maximum-protection prison continues to be in use. As of 2008, the city has an expected population of 40,333 and a density of 85.6 persons consistent with km² 222 persons consistent with sq. Mi.

The total area is 470.94 km2. March 1872: Abashiri Village founded, being given the call of Abashiri District in Kitami Province.1875: The village call is rewritten in kanji, equal pronunciation.1902: Abashiri Village, Kitami Town, Isani Village, and Nikuribake Village, all in Abashiri District, merged to shape Abashiri Town. 1915: Notoro Village, Mokoto Village merged.

1921: Memanbetsu Village later Memanbetsu Town, merged into Ozora in 2006 cut up. 1931: Boundary with Memanbetsu Town modified. Because of its quick 130-day developing season, the plants inside the area, together with oats, potatoes, and beans, are required to be hardy. Hay is likewise grown for nearby cows, horses, and sheep. The sea is an crucial part of the community as well as the economic system, as fishing, oysters, and seaweed are crucial method of livelihood.