Takase_River_(Aomori)
Takase River (Aomori)
River in Aomori Prefecture, Japan
The Takase River (高瀬川, Takasegawa) is a Class A river system that flows through Aomori Prefecture, Japan. It flows from Mt. Yahata, through Lake Ogawara into the Pacific Ocean.[1][2]
The river is very important to the economy of the region.[1] Approximately 80,000 people live in the river's catchment area.[1]
Every July, the annual Lake Festival (湖水まつり, Kosui-matsuri) is held along the banks of the Takase River.[3] The Takase River Office uses the opportunity to exhibit the "creatures that live in Lake Ogawara", which is popular with families.[3] They also raise awareness about flood control, and water quality improvement of the lake.