Shibetoro District, Hokkaido

In Japanese, Shibetoro District refers to a region disputed between Russia and Japan, currently under Russian administration. Under Japanese classification, it belongs to Nemuro Subprefecture, Hokkaidō, Japan. Cape Kamuiwakka is the northernmost point under Japanese claim.

History

It was established in 1869 as part of Chishima Province when 11 provinces and 86 districts were established in Hokkaidō. The district initially consisted of Shibetoro and Otoimaushi villages. In 1923, the two villages merged to become just Shibetoro village. In August 1945, it was invaded by the Soviet army. The region remains under control of the Russian Federation.