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Hokkaido
Hokkaido (pronunciation: /hoʊˈkaɪdoʊ/) is the second largest Island in Japan, located in the northernmost region of the country.
Etymology
The name "Hokkaido" is derived from the Ainu language, the language of the indigenous people of the region. It translates to "place of the people of the sea".
Related Terms
- Sapporo: The capital and largest city of Hokkaido.
- Ainu people: The indigenous people of Hokkaido.
- Sea of Japan: The sea to the west of Hokkaido.
- Pacific Ocean: The ocean to the east of Hokkaido.
- Hokkaido University: One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Japan, located in Sapporo.
- Hokkaido Shinkansen: A high-speed rail line connecting Hokkaido with the rest of Japan.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hokkaido
- Wikipedia's article - Hokkaido
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