Prefecture of Ishikawa, Japan

Location of prefecture of Ishikawa on a map

Ishikawa is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,180,935 people, it is the 36th largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Ishikawa gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Ishikawa is lead by Masanori Tanimotoand is based in the prefecture capital of Kanazawa (Population: 458,937).

The most populous cities in Ishikawa are: Kanazawa-shi (Population: 458,937), Komatsu (Population: 109,045), Matsuto (Population: 68,159).

Ishikawa Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country Japan
Region Type Prefecture
ISO Code JP_17
Time Zone JST
Year of Establishment 1868
Capital Kanazawa-shi (Population: 458,937)
Head of Government Masanori Tanimoto
Total Population 1,180,935
Total Area 4,185 sq km (1,616 sq miles)
Population Density 282.2 sq km (730.9 sq miles)