Sapporo, Hokkaido
Official Declaration of Existence for the nation of Hokkaido. The people of the island of Hokkaido and southern Karafuto wish to pursue nationhood under full self determination. This is a message from the transitional government, elections for office will procede after plebiscites to determine what type of government will be among other things. Here is a map of the proposed borders brought forth from the plebiscite for independence:
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Areas in green are claimed as the territoy of Hokkaido.
We welcome engagement in the international community, especially our regional neighbors and look forward to establishing diplomatic contact with the world community very soon.