🇯🇵 Abiko-shi, Japan

Abiko-shi is a city located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. With a population of around 134,000, it is a thriving urban area with a mix of residential and industrial zones. For seafarers and shipowners, Abiko-shi may not have direct access to ports or shipyards, but being close to Tokyo Bay, it offers easy access to major shipping routes and commercial centers. The city's proximity to Tokyo also provides opportunities for crewing companies to connect with international maritime networks and services.