Aki River
35°43′00″N 139°19′21″E / 35.716737°N 139.322396°E
| Aki River | |
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 Akigawa Gorge, in the autumn. Near, but west of Tokyo. | |
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| Native name | 秋川 (Japanese) |
The Aki River (also, the Akigawa River)[1] is a river in Japan.[2][3] The Aki River flows west of Tokyo Metropolitan Area. It is a major tributary of the Tama River,[4][5] The Japanese name, 秋川, means "Autumn River."[6][7]
The name Akigawa River may seem strange for some people as kawa/gawa 川 in Japanese means river so people may think the name should be Aki river, but that is wrong, because the names of lakes in Japanese usually have kawa/gawa at the end of the name.
The river's source
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Akigawa Lake, situated in the western part of Tokyo, Japan, is a hidden gem that offers an enchanting blend of natural beauty, cultural significance, and recreational opportunities. Nestled in the mountainous region of Akiruno City, this picturesque lake serves as a serene escape from the bustling metropolis. This essay delves into the various aspects of Akigawa Lake, including its geographical features, ecological significance, historical context, cultural importance, and recreational activities, painting a comprehensive picture of this captivating destination.
Course of the river
[edit]The Akigawa flows through Akigawa Lake, and the towns of Akiruno and Hinohara,[8] and through Kanagawa and Tokyo Prefectures.[citation needed]
Recreation area
[edit]The river's gorge is a popular recreation area.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Akigawa Valley / Official Tokyo Travel Guide GO TOKYO: Akigawa Valley / Official Tokyo Travel Guide GO TOKYO, accessdate: April 13, 2017
- ^ "Akigawa Valley Gorge". Retrieved 24 October 2018.
- ^ "RIVER AKI – AKIRUNO-ITSUKAICHI-HINOHARA, TOKYO". tokyoflyfishing. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
- ^ Japan Travel Guide: Akigawa-keikoku Valley | Hello Japan - Japan Travel Guide, accessdate: April 13, 2017
- ^ Watanabe, Ikuko. "Akiruno-shi".
- ^ "人名漢字辞典 - 読み方検索".
- ^ "Japanese Kanji Names Dictionary - How to Read and Pronounce".
- ^ Hinohara village's ancient history footsteps revealed by the place names.: Hinohara village's ancient history footsteps revealed by the place names., accessdate: April 13, 2017
External links and references
[edit]- On recreation in the Akigawa
- More recreation
- More recreation
- On its gorge
- Photos
- A Youtube
- A second Youtube
- A third Youtube, people playing in the Akigawa
- The river's Facebook page
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