Prefecture of Nara, Japan

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

Nara is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,442,862 people, it is the 29th largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Nara gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Nara is lead by Shogo Araiand is based in the prefecture capital of Nara (Population: 367,353).

The most populous cities in Nara are: Nara-shi (Population: 367,353), Kashihara-shi (Population: 124,521), Ikoma (Population: 117,601), Tenri (Population: 71,052), Sakurai (Population: 62,964).

Nara Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country	Japan
Region Type	Prefecture
ISO Code	JP_29
Time Zone	JST
Year of Establishment	1868
Capital	Nara-shi (Population: 367,353)
Head of Government	Shogo Arai
Total Population	1,442,862
Total Area	3,691 sq km (1,425 sq miles)
Population Density	390.9 sq km (1,012.5 sq miles)