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Exchanges across the Japan Sea
| According to the marine statute book published in 16th century, Tsuchizaki-minato (Akita Port) was ranked one of the most important ports in Japan. The history of development of Akita had been a history of Japan sea trade. |
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Prosperity of the Ando family
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Soryu-ji Temple, Founded by Ando Clan |
Before Edo era, Ando clan, possessing a strong naval power, had been a lord of Akita for more than two hundred years. It is said that the foundation of the economical and cultural development was established then. |
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The Kitamaebune ship which connects Akita with Osaka,Kyoto
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Sailing Vessel in Akita Port in Meiji Period |
After opening the direct vessel route to Osaka from Akita and linked with the Japanese biggest market in Osaka in Edo era, Tsuchizaki-minato (Akita Port) had been developed more and more. Sailing vessel operated on this route was called Kitamae-bune, and this route was regarded as one of major routes in the Japanese economy. |
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Akita Port, gateway not only to Akita but to northwestern Japan, having international container cargo vessel route. Also, expecting to open the ferry route Between Kansai and Hokkaido via Akita.
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