Prefecture of Shiga, Japan

Location of prefecture of Shiga on a map — Location of prefecture of Shiga within Japan

Shiga is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,342,811 people, it is the 31st largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Shiga gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Shiga is lead by Mikazuki Taizoand is based in the prefecture capital of Otsu (Population: 298,164).

The most populous cities in Shiga are: Otsu-shi (Population: 298,164), Kusatsu (Population: 127,680), Hikone (Population: 110,925), Omihachiman (Population: 69,189), Moriyama (Population: 68,584).

Shiga Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country	Japan
Region Type	Prefecture
ISO Code	JP_25
Time Zone	JST
Year of Establishment	1868
Capital	Otsu-shi (Population: 298,164)
Head of Government	Mikazuki Taizo
Total Population	1,342,811
Total Area	4,017 sq km (1,551 sq miles)
Population Density	334.3 sq km (865.8 sq miles)