Prefecture of Iwate, Japan
Iwate is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,416,198 people, it is the 30th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Iwate gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Iwate is lead by Takuya Tassoand is based in the prefecture capital of Morioka (Population: 295,172).
The most populous cities in Iwate are: Morioka-shi (Population: 295,172), Kitakami (Population: 93,854), Hanamaki (Population: 73,115), Ichinoseki (Population: 62,970), Mizusawa (Population: 61,281).
Iwate Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_03 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Morioka-shi (Population: 295,172) |
| Head of Government | Takuya Tasso |
| Total Population | 1,416,198 |
| Total Area | 15,279 sq km (5,899 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 92.7 sq km (240.1 sq miles) |