In Akabira City, where the Sorachi River flows, the Sumitomo Akabira Coal Mine shaft tower and surrounding facilities, the Sorachi River outcropping coal seam, and the Hokutan Akama Coal Mine Zuriyama(pile of coal waste) . These are parts of the “Port of Charcoal Iron” Japan Heritage.

Sorachi River morning glow from Nijikake Bridge

Sorachi River and the streets of Akabira

Thin ice flows

Sorachi River outcrop coal seam

Inside of the Sumitomo Akabira Coal Mine shaft tower

Lighting up the Sumitomo Akabira Coal Mine shaft tower

View from the 777 steps of the Hokutan Akama Coal Mine Zuriyama stairs