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  1. en.wikipedia.org

    Shiga Prefecture (滋賀県, Shiga-ken) is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Kansai region of Honshu. [2] Shiga Prefecture has a population of 1,412,916 as of 1 October 2015 and has a geographic area of 4,017 km 2 (1,551 sq mi). Shiga Prefecture borders Fukui Prefecture to the north, Gifu Prefecture to the northeast, Mie Prefecture to the southeast, and Kyoto Prefecture to the west.
  2. www3.pref.nara.jp

    Sources: Sources: Official website of Shiga Prefecture; monthly population estimates (as of 24/1/1) and 2020 estimated results of economic calculations by the Shiga Statistics Division; 2022 tourist survey by the Shiga Tourism Board ... Nara Prefectural Government,Japan Zip code 630-8501 Noborioji-cho 30, Nara city, Japan
  3. Shiga Prefecture boasts its position as a geographical junction that connects three major areas in Japan: the Kansai, Chubu and Hokuriku regions; its abundant nature represented by Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan; rich historical and cultural heritage passed down for generations; and, comfortable living environments, which is highly ...
  4. en.wikipedia.org

    A city designated by government ordinance (政令指定都市, seirei shitei toshi), also known as a designated city (指定都市, shitei toshi) or government ordinance city (政令市, seirei shi), is a Japanese city that has a population greater than 500,000 and has been designated as such by an order of the cabinet of Japan under Article ...
  5. en.wikipedia.org

    Japan is divided into 47 prefectures (都道府県, todōfuken, [todoːɸɯ̥ꜜkeɴ] ⓘ), which rank immediately below the national government and form the country's first level of jurisdiction and administrative division.They include 43 prefectures proper (県, ken), two urban prefectures (府, fu: Osaka and Kyoto), one regional prefecture (道, dō: Hokkaidō) and one metropolis (都, to ...
  6. simple.wikipedia.org

    Shiga borders Fukui Prefecture in the north Gifu Prefecture is in the east. Mie Prefecture is in the southeast. Kyoto Prefecture is in the west.. Lake Biwa is at the center of this prefecture. The lake divides the prefecture into four areas: Kohoku (湖北), north of lake and centered at Nagahama; Kosei (湖西), west of lake and centered at Imazu; Kotō (湖東), east of lake and centered at ...
  7. 公益財団法人フォーリン・プレスセンター(FPCJ)

    https://fpcj.jp › en › prlisting › shigaonlinepressconference

    However, Shiga Prefecture also features Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, which provides water to 14.5 million residents, including those in neighboring prefectures. Mr. MIKAZUKI Taizo, governor of Shiga Prefecture, will talk about his vision for the prefecture's future in the COVID-19 era and beyond at an online press conference.
  8. sakurajapan.co.uk

    Aug 20, 2024IntroductionJapan, a land of rich cultural and geographical diversity, is divided into 47 prefectures, each with its history, traditions, and attractions. This guide introduces Japan's prefectural system, highlights the unique features of each region, and provides a brief overview of all prefectures. Whether you're visiting or simply curious, this guide will help you appreciate Japan's ...
  9. Located almost at the center of the southern part of Shiga Prefecture, adjacent to the major metropolitan areas of the Keihanshin and Chukyo areas. The City provides excellent traffic convenience thanks to the Ritto Interchange of the Meishin Expressway, inter-regional trunk roads such as National Highway No.1 and No.8, and train stations Ritto ...

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    Shiga Prefecture

    Shiga Prefecture is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Kansai region of Honshu. Shiga Prefecture has a population of 1,412,916 as of 1 October 2015 and has a geographic area of 4,017 km². Shiga Prefecture borders Fukui Prefecture to the north, Gifu Prefecture to the northeast, Mie Prefecture to the southeast, and Kyoto Prefecture to the west. Ōtsu is the capital and largest city of Shiga Prefecture, with other major cities including Kusatsu, Nagahama, and Higashiōmi. Shiga Prefecture encircles Lake Biwa, the largest freshwater lake in Japan, and 37% of the total land area is designated as Natural Parks, the highest of any prefecture. Shiga Prefecture's southern half is located adjacent to the former capital city of Kyoto and forms part of Greater Kyoto, the fourth-largest metropolitan area in Japan. Shiga Prefecture is home to Ōmi beef, the Eight Views of Ōmi, and Hikone Castle, one of four national treasure castles in Japan. Wikipedia

    CountryJapan
    RegionKansai
    IslandHonshu
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