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Lake Chomato

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チョマトー

A sacred Ainu marsh in Obihiro known for its tragic battle legend and a memorial monument for fallen warriors.

Lake Chomato
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What it is

  • A sacred marsh site located in Obihiro City, Hokkaido.
  • The name originates from Ainu words meaning a loathed marsh.
  • Site of a legendary battle between the Kitami and Tokachi Ainu tribes.
  • Known by kanji characters that translate to Blood Apparition Marsh.

What to see

  • A memorial monument dedicated to those killed in the historic battle.
  • The remaining marsh area that was partially preserved during road construction.
  • A site where traditional Ainu memorial services have been held since 1973.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Lake Chomato Open in Google Maps

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