Urakawa Town, Urakawa District, is home to many mountains over 1,500 meters high and three rivers. The town also boasts an artificial lake, Lake Urara. The town's oceanic climate provides a warm and comfortable winter environment. The town is known as "Hokkaido's Shonan region" for its comfortable temperatures. The town is also home to over 300 ranches, where 4,000 thoroughbreds are raised. The town's main industries are light horse breeding and fishing. The fishing industry produces a large amount of salmon and trout, as well as Hidaka kelp, a brand of kelp. Tourist attractions in the area include Urakawa Yushun Village AERU and the Oromap Observatory.