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Abashiri Keimusho

TIME : 2016/2/17 14:11:03

Across the river from the old prison is this modern construction, a very real and very secure working prison home to just under 800 inmates. Given the notoriety of its precursor, the modern prison has become something of a tourist attraction, complete with a tiny museum and gift shop where crafts made by inmates can be purchased. It's also possible to walk around outside the prison walls, though further entry and photographs are prohibited.