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Wakkanai
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This is the northernmost municipality in Japan. Ferries to Sakhalin Island in Russia depart from here (in summer). Several natural sites to see in the area, such as Cape Soya or Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu Park.
Overview of Wakkanai
This is the northernmost municipality in Japan. Ferries to Sakhalin Island in Russia depart from here (in summer). Several natural sites to see in the area, such as Cape Soya or the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu Park.
Key Details
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 34,395 inhabitants (2018).
- Area: 761.47 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: www.japanvisitor.com/wakkanai-guide