Around 11:30 a.m. on the 21st, a report of “a person floating in the sea” was made to the fire department.
According to police and fire officials, an elderly man in his 80s, who had come fishing with an acquaintance, fell into the sea for some reason.
He was rescued by the fire brigade but was transported to the hospital unconscious.
Police are investigating the details of how the fall occurred.
Hokkaido’s North Police Station
Hokkaido’s North Police Station, also known as the Former Hokkaidō Government Office Building (Red Brick Office), is a historic Western-style building constructed in 1888. It served as the main government office for Hokkaido’s development during the Meiji era and now operates as a museum and tourist attraction showcasing the island’s pioneering history.
Ishikari City
Ishikari City is a port city located on the west coast of Hokkaido, Japan. Historically, its development was driven by fishing and maritime trade, and it was officially established as a city in 1996 through the merger of several towns. Today, it is known for its seafood industry, wind farms, and as a growing residential suburb of Sapporo.
Shinminato Higashi 4-chome
Shinminato Higashi 4-chome is a district within the city of Takaoka in Toyama Prefecture, Japan. It is part of the historic Shinminato area, which was a significant port town on the Sea of Japan during the Edo period, known for trade and as a gateway for the Kitamaebune merchant ships. Today, it is primarily a modern residential and commercial neighborhood, reflecting the city’s development from its maritime past.
