Kako River (Japan)
River in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Kako River (加古川, Kako-gawa) is a river that flows through Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan.[1] It is the largest river in Hyōgo Prefecture, both in terms of total length and basin area, encompassing 21% of the prefecture's land area.[1] It rises at Mount Awaga, and flows 96 kilometres (60 mi) south, reaching the Harima Sea and forming part of the border between Kakogawa and Takasago cities.[2] The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) has designated the Kako River system as Class A.
Kako River 加古川 | |
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Native name | |
Location | |
Country | Japan |
Prefecture | Hyōgo |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | Mount Awaga |
• location | Hyōgo Prefecture |
• coordinates | 35°15′43″N 134°54′58″E |
• elevation | 962 m (3,156 ft) |
Mouth | Harima Sea |
• location | Hyōgo Prefecture |
• coordinates | 34°43′57″N 134°48′27″E |
• elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Length | 96 km (60 mi) |
Basin size | 1,730 km2 (670 sq mi) |
Discharge | |
• location | Kakogawa |
• average | 51.82 m3 (1,830 cu ft) |
Basin features | |
Population | 2,440,000 |
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The Kako River has historically played a major role in the economy of the region. Since the Yayoi period, the river has been used for water, irrigation, leisure, and trade.[4] The Toryu-nada rocks near Kamitakino are a popular tourist spot.[5] The river hosts a diverse ecosystem, and is known for its ayu sweetfish, for which there is an annual festival.[5]