The 52 meter long, 828 dwt fishing vessel Akanett became disabled off Hokkaido, Japan.  The Akanett had suffered engine failure while a gale was blowing in the area with waves up to 5 meters high.  The crew requested assistance from the Japanese Coast Guard.   The Coast Guard dispatched a salvage tug to the scene which took the Alanett under tow.   The vessels proceeded to Hakodate, Hokkaido.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.