Totsuka (surname)

Totsuka (戸塚) is a Japanese surname. It is a relatively common surname, found primarily in the Kantō region of Japan, particularly in Kanagawa Prefecture.

Origin and Meaning:

The name Totsuka is derived from a place name. The kanji characters that make up the name have the following meanings:

• 戸 (to): door, house, family
• 塚 (tsuka): mound, hillock, burial mound

Therefore, the name could be interpreted as "house by the mound" or "family by the mound," likely referring to a geographic feature near where the family originated.

Distribution:

While found throughout Japan, the surname is most prevalent in Kanagawa Prefecture, particularly in and around the city of Yokohama's Totsuka Ward (戸塚区, Totsuka-ku). The ward itself takes its name from the historical Totsuka post town on the Tōkaidō highway.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Several individuals with the surname Totsuka have achieved recognition in various fields, including sports, entertainment, and academia. Researching contemporary figures with the name online will provide specific examples.

Related Terms:

• Totsuka-ku (戸塚区): A ward in the city of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Tōkaidō (東海道): A historical highway that passed through Totsuka.

See Also:

• Japanese surnames
• Kanagawa Prefecture