Prefecture of Gifu, Japan
Gifu is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 2,107,687 people, it is the 18th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Gifu gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Gifu is lead by Hajime Furutaand is based in the prefecture capital of Gifu (Population: 397,714).
The most populous cities in Gifu are: Gifu-shi (Population: 397,714), Ogaki (Population: 150,570), Kakamigahara (Population: 132,241), Tajimi (Population: 107,818), Inuyama (Population: 73,995).
Gifu Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_21 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Gifu-shi (Population: 397,714) |
| Head of Government | Hajime Furuta |
| Total Population | 2,107,687 |
| Total Area | 10,598 sq km (4,092 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 198.9 sq km (515.1 sq miles) |