Sorachi Subprefecture, Administrative subprefecture in Hokkaido, Japan
Sorachi Subprefecture extends across 6,558 square kilometers of Hokkaido, encompassing ten cities including its capital Iwamizawa and multiple towns and villages.
The establishment of Sorachi Subprefecture in 1897 marked a significant administrative reorganization of Hokkaido, leading to territorial changes throughout the following century.
The city mascots of Iwamizawa, an onion character named Iwami-chan and a squirrel named Kuri-chan, represent the agricultural heritage of the region.
Iwamizawa serves as the main transportation hub of the subprefecture, connecting to major rail lines and the Hokkaidō Expressway for regional access.
The name Iwamizawa derives from Japanese terms meaning bathing and swamp, reflecting the natural features that characterized the original settlement.
Location: Hokkaido
Capital city: Iwamizawa
Shares border with: Iburi Subprefecture, Ishikari Subprefecture, Kamikawa Subprefecture, Rumoi Subprefecture
Website: http://sorachi.pref.hokkaido.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 43.19757,141.76639
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:49
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