Prefecture of Aichi, Japan

Location of prefecture of Aichi on a map

Aichi is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 7,043,235 people, it is the 4th largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Aichi gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Aichi is lead by Hideaki Omuraand is based in the prefecture capital of Nagoya (Population: 2,191,279).

The most populous cities in Aichi are: Nagoya-shi (Population: 2,191,279), Toyohashi (Population: 378,374), Toyota (Population: 362,383), Okazaki (Population: 352,361), Kasugai (Population: 298,589).

Aichi Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country Japan
Region Type Prefecture
ISO Code JP_23
Time Zone JST
Year of Establishment 1868
Capital Nagoya-shi (Population: 2,191,279)
Head of Government Hideaki Omura
Total Population 7,043,235
Total Area 5,154 sq km (1,990 sq miles)
Population Density 1,366.6 sq km (3,539.4 sq miles)