Prefecture of Nagano, Japan
Nagano is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 2,214,409 people, it is the 16th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Nagano gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Nagano is lead by Shuichi Abeand is based in the prefecture capital of Nagano (Population: 360,176).
The most populous cities in Nagano are: Nagano-shi (Population: 360,176), Matsumoto (Population: 210,667), Ueda (Population: 126,606), Iida (Population: 107,111), Saku (Population: 68,885).
Nagano Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_20 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Nagano-shi (Population: 360,176) |
| Head of Government | Shuichi Abe |
| Total Population | 2,214,409 |
| Total Area | 12,598 sq km (4,864 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 175.8 sq km (455.3 sq miles) |