Prefecture of Kumamoto, Japan
Kumamoto is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,859,451 people, it is the 22nd largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Kumamoto gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Kumamoto is lead by Ikuo Kabashimaand is based in the prefecture capital of Kumamoto (Population: 680,423).
The most populous cities in Kumamoto are: Kumamoto (Population: 680,423), Yatsushiro (Population: 104,341).
Kumamoto Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_43 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Kumamoto (Population: 680,423) |
| Head of Government | Ikuo Kabashima |
| Total Population | 1,859,451 |
| Total Area | 6,908 sq km (2,667 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 269.2 sq km (697.2 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.