Sōya Subprefecture

Sōya Subprefecture (宗谷総合振興局) is a subprefecture of Hokkaido Prefecture, 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.

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
 * 2010: Horonobe town, Teshio District transferred from Rumoi Subprefecture