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 Hokkaido (help·info) (????, literally "North Sea Circuit"), formerly known as Ezo, Yezo, Yeso, or Yesso, is Japan's second largest island and the largest, northernmost of its 47 prefectural-level subdivisions. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu, although the two islands are connected by the underwater Seikan Tunnel. The largest city on Hokkaido is its capital, Sapporo, which is also its only ordinance-designated city. Archeologists theorize that Hokkaido was settled by Ainu, Gilyak, and Oroke 20,000 years ago.[1] The Nihon Shoki, finished in 720, is often said to be the first mention of Hokkaido in recorded history. According to the text, Abe no Hirafu[1] led a large navy and army to northern areas from 658 to 660 and came into contact with the Mishihase and Emishi. One of the places Hirafu went to was called Watarishima (??), which is often believed to be present-day Hokkaido. However, many theories exist in relation to the details of this event, including the location of Watarishima and the common belief that the Emishi in Watarishima were the ancestors of the present-day Ainu people. During the Nara and Heian periods (710–1185), people in Hokkaido conducted trade with Dewa Province, an outpost of the Japanese central government. From the medieval ages, the people in Hokkaido began to be called Ezo. Around the same time Hokkaido came to be called Ezochi (???) or Ezogashima. The Ezo mainly relied upon hunting and fishing and obtained rice and iron through trade with the Japanese. During the Muromachi period (1336–1573), the Japanese created a settlement at the south of the Oshima peninsula. As more people moved to the settlement to avoid battles, disputes arose between the Japanese and the Ainu. The disputes eventually developed into a rebellion. Takeda Nobuhiro killed the Ainu leader, Koshamain,[1] and defeated the rebellion in 1457. Nobuhiro's descendants became the rulers of the Matsumae-han, which ruled the south of Ezochi until the end of the Edo period in 1868.
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1. Zhensatiable Simming and Skin Lightening Products
September 21, 2009
Zhensatiable is an online seller of weight loss, skin lightening and beauty products. They pride themselves on excellent customer service and top quality products. Their location is in central Illinois and they do business on a global scale. Here are some of their top selling products with a brief description:Pearl White Slimming Capsules (Blue Box) 400mgx30 capsules. The best refined pearls were chosen and combined with rare vegetables to make this product. It is chemical free and is designed to nourish and beautify your skin while helping reduce body weight. Another version is ... (read more)
Author: Jessie Pearson
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2. Plan your visit according to weather in Japan
February 11, 2009
Due to different geographical conditions and topographical position, the climate of one country varies from the other. Similarly, climate and weather in Japan is entirely different from that of other countries. It enjoys mild and temperate climate except subtropical areas of Okinawa and Hokkaido to the north. Japan has four distinct seasons- winter, summer, spring and autumn. Annually these seasons can be divided as follows:- • Spring- experienced during the month of March, April and May. • Summers- in the month of June, July and August • Autumn- in the month of September, October and Nove... (read more)
Author: Nancy Eben
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3. G-8 Summit Highlights Disparities About Global Warming
July 10, 2008
This week's summit of advanced economy leaders in Japan produced first steps toward a global climate agreement. However, it also spotlighted gaps on the issue both between rich and poor nations and between the world's biggest polluters and several nations who are rapidly catching up. VOA's Kurt Achin has more from Hokkaido, Japan. Tradition and policy prohibit the host country of the so-called "G-8" summit from naming specific leaders when briefing the media about summit discussions. However, Japanese Foreign Ministry Press Secretary Kazuo Kodama could easily have been citing the leade... (read more)
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4. G8 Leaders Begin Final Day of Summit in Japan
July 09, 2008
G8 leaders pose for official group photo at summit, in Toyako, Hokkaido, 08 Jul 2008 Leaders of the world's eight major industrialized nations have begun
their third and final day of annual talks at a resort on the northern
Japanese island of Hokkaido.... (read more)
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5. G8 Sets Anti-Climate Change Goal
July 08, 2008
Government leaders attending the G-8 summit in Japan, 7 Jul 2008Leaders of the world's eight major industrialized nations have set a worldwide goal of cutting the emission of greenhouse gases in half by 2050. Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda, who is hosting the Group of Eight summit at a resort on the northern island of Hokkaido, announced the deal Tuesday. Earlier Tuesday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she was "very satisfied" with the negotiations on combatting climate change after a one-on-one meeting with U.S. President George Bush.President George W. Bush in Toyako, Japan... (read more)
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6. G-8 Summit Opens in Japan
July 07, 2008
Venue for Group of eight Hokkaido Toyako summit meeting at Windsor Hotel Toya in Toyako, northern JapanThe annual Group of Eight summit, bringing together the leaders of the world's leading industrialized nations, has officially opened on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda Monday welcomed the leaders of Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Russia and the United States.The first order of business is a working lunch with leaders from several African countries to discuss efforts to alleviate poverty on the continent.Before the official start of the s... (read more)
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7. Luxury Family Vacation - How and Where To Enjoy Japan's 5 Northern Popular Attractions
February 25, 2008
Luxury family vacation is very great comfort, especially among beautiful and expensive surroundings, that seldom we enjoy and if this opportunity comes to every family, what comes up first in mind is the place. When it comes to a family vacation where money is not a problem, Japan's northern most of islands worth to take a look.
Having your family holidays at Hokkaido is going to give your family the well deserved holidays of their lifetime.
Hokkaido being the 2nd largest and least developed of Japan's 4 main island had attracted millions of visitors from around the world. With it... (read more)
Author: Eddy K
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8. The Climate of Japan
January 17, 2008
Japan has four distinct seasons and enjoys a relatively mild and temperate climate, with the exception of Hokkaido to the north, and the subtropical area of Okinawa to the south. Each season has its own characteristics, with the highest precipitation in most areas falling during the rainy season, which runs approximately from mid June to the end of July. June is the official start of the rainy season, with conditions gradually becoming more humid and rainy in the steamy month of July when temperatures can soar into the high 90's daily with almost 100% humidity. For those who plan to travel to ... (read more)
Author: James Sherard
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9. Hokkaido: Japan's Last Frontier
December 27, 2007
Known for it's vast open spaces and breathtaking vistas, Japan's second largest island of Hokkaido offers visitors the ideal place to escape the confinements of life in the city and reconnect with a more natural way of life. With the island representing only five percent of the population of Japan, Hokkaido is one of the last wilderness areas remaining in the country, and is home to many national parks attracting an array of outdoor enthusiasts, from skiers and snowboarders, to cyclists, hikers, and campers. One of the most popular destinations for those wishing to explore the ultimate outdoor... (read more)
Author: James Sherard
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10. A Visitors' Cultural Guide to Japan
July 05, 2007
Your ‘land of rising sun,’ Nihon or Nippon or Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of China, Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea in the south, Japan is an Archipelago that is comprised of over three thousand islands.
Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku are the largest islands. The islands are mainly mountainous and volcanic; Mount Fuji is Japan’s highest peak. Tokyo is the capital, and Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nagasaki, Nara, Osaka, Sapporo, and Sendai are important cities of Japa... (read more)
Author: Orson Johnson
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11. Japan Issues Tsunami Warning
January 13, 2007
Japan's Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami warning for the country's northern region following a powerful earthquake.
The agency said an 8.3 magnitude earthquake hit Saturday afternoon east of the Kuril Islands at 1:24 pm local time.
The agency said waves as high as one meter could hit the northeastern coast of Japan's northern island of Hokkaido. Officials are warning residents to evacuate from the seashore immediately to safe places above coasts.
The U.S. has issued tsunami warnings for Russia and Markus Island in the Pacific Ocean.
Lesser tsunami watches have been issued for a wide... (read more)
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12. An Overview of Japan for Travelers
March 26, 2006
For such a tiny total landmass, Japan has left an undeniable stamp on human history. If you are considering Japan as a destination, here is an overview of the country.
An Overview of Japan for Travelers
Extending along the eastern coast of Asia, Japan is a country consisting of a collection of islands. The mainland, as we think of it, is the island of Honshu. There are three other large islands, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu, and roughly 3,000 much smaller islands comprising what we call Japan. Put together, the total land mass is slightly smaller than California. The geography throu... (read more)
Author: Richard Monk
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