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 …

Feb 17, 2026 · A complete guide to all 47 prefectures of Japan, organized by region with travel highlights, history, and cultural insights.

Aug 20, 2024 · Explore Japan’s 47 prefectures with this guide, featuring stunning images and maps. Discover the unique attractions, cultural highlights, and famous foods of each region, from …

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Search and explore the Japan map by city, prefecture, and region.

List of links to official sites of Japan's prefectures and their capital cities as well as travel and tourism sites of the prefectures.

May 5, 2025 · Refer to this list to learn about the 47 prefectures of Japan. Learn which prefectures are the largest and which are the smallest.

Aug 18, 2025 · Japan's 47 prefectures fall into four types — to, do, fu, and ken — each rooted in history since the Meiji era. Learn what they mean, how they differ, and why knowing them makes exploring …

Apr 13, 2023 · A Nippon.com series on Japan’s prefectures, giving brief overviews of the 47 areas, from Hokkaidō in the north to Okinawa in the south, that make up the nation as a whole.

Most of Japan's prefectures have a population greater than a million people. Each is home to dozens of towns, hundreds of attractions and numerous local festivals.