Mogami

Mogami commonly refers to the Mogami River, a major river in the Tōhoku region of Japan. The river runs through Yamagata Prefecture from the mountains to the Sea of Japan and is known for its clear waters and its role in agriculture and local ecosystems. Its course and tributaries have shaped settlements and cultural practices in the region for centuries.

In naval history, Mogami is the name of the lead ship of the Mogami class of heavy cruisers built for the Imperial Japanese Navy in the 1930s. The class was designed to serve as fast, heavily armed cruisers and participated in various campaigns during World War II.

Mogami is also the name of a Japanese company that manufactures audio cables and related products. Mogami cables are widely used in professional audio production, broadcasting, and live sound for their durability and signal quality.

Additionally, Mogami is a Japanese surname. As a place and organizational name, it appears in various historical, geographic, and cultural contexts within Japan.