is a town in Sorachi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.

As of September 2016 it had an estimated population of 3,429. The total area is 151.05&nbsp;km<sup>2</sup>.

In 1881 and Tsukigata village were established. The prison was open until 1919, during which time 1,046 prisoners died while incarcerated.

Climate

References

  • Official Website