Magiri (間切?) was a historical type of administrative district in Okinawa, Japan. In concept they were similar to present day Japanese prefectures, but in size they were closer to cities, towns and villages.
In the history of the Ryukyu Islands, the demarkation of magiri underwent two major modifications. The system also continued to varying degrees in the Amami Islands even after they were put under the control of Satsuma Domain.
In 1907, under Imperial Edict 46, the Japanese administrative system of cities, towns, and village organization was extended to Okinawa. The magiri system was abolished the following year.
Read more about Magiri: List of Magiri