In Ainu legend, the Korpokkur, angered at being seen, left saying "Tokapchi" (the breasts wither), and this is said to be the origin of the name Tokachi.
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Tokachi Region (Korpokkur Legend)
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| Encyclopedia | Korpokkur |
|---|---|
| Location | Hokkaido Tokachi |
| Type of place | More |
| Map position | Approximate position (Prefecture), not the exact place |
Little people of Ainu folklore, whose name is said to mean "people under the butterbur leaves" in the Ainu language. They once traded with the Ainu but are said to have left after being seen. It is one of the best-known legends of Hokkaido.