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Sōya (宗谷支庁, Sōya-shichō?) is a subprefecture of Hokkaidō, Japan. Its population is estimated to be 77,500 as of July 31, 2004 and its area is 4,050.84 km². It is the northernmost subprefecture of Japan.
Wakkanai Airport is located in Wakkanai. Rishiri Airport is located in Rishirifuji, Rishiri District.
[edit] Geography
[edit] Cities
[edit] Towns and villages by district
[edit] Mergers
- See List of mergers in Hokkaidō Prefecture#Sōya Subprefecture.
[edit] History
- 1897 Sōya Subprefecture established; Sōya, Esashi, Rishiri, Rebun Districts placed under its jurisdiction
- 1948 Toyotomi Village (now Town), Teshio District transferred from Rumoi Subprefecture
[edit] External links
45°23′51″N 141°42′03″E / 45.397521°N 141.700917°E / 45.397521; 141.700917Coordinates: 45°23′51″N 141°42′03″E / 45.397521°N 141.700917°E / 45.397521; 141.700917
