Akadami

Akadami [桌禅; あかだみ] is a city located in Shinkō Prefecture. As of 2020 it had an estimated population of around 48,000.
Akadami was ruled by a clan known by the name of Waka in the early Nittori period. There is not a lot of information about the Waka tribe, although historians know that they were primarily involved in fishing and particularly, the hunting of octopus. Unfortunately this led to the extinction of octopi from the Adari region by around the early 1100s. By the time that the Shin came to Adari Peninsula in the late 12th century, the Waka clan united with a number of other tribes in the region to stand their ground against the invading forces. However, their efforts were in vain, as they were greatly outnumbered against the Shin.
== Economy ==
Akadami is a commercial hub and has traditionally been known for its production of eggplant, soybeans, bean sprouts and walnuts. Its fishing industry was strong in the 16th and 17th centuries, but has since disappeared. A number of manufacturing companies have large production plants in the city. Due to its transportation connections with the Seidai metropolis, Akadami is increasingly becoming known as a commuter town, and its southern ward which borders Seidai holds the majority of the population.
== Geography ==
Akadami is located on the coast, though much of its area stretches inland; it is one of the settlements populating Adari Peninsula. Its eastern ward runs parallel to the shoreline of Eseki Bay.
== Local attractions ==
Akadami is known for its museum, the Akadami Marine Museum, which showcases various cultural and historical artifacts related to the city's history as a fishing village. Along with this, there are boat tours along the coast, which are very popular with visitors.