Prefecture of Shiga, Japan
Shiga is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,342,811 people, it is the 31st largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Shiga gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Shiga is lead by Mikazuki Taizoand is based in the prefecture capital of Otsu (Population: 298,164).
The most populous cities in Shiga are: Otsu-shi (Population: 298,164), Kusatsu (Population: 127,680), Hikone (Population: 110,925), Omihachiman (Population: 69,189), Moriyama (Population: 68,584).
Shiga Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_25 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Otsu-shi (Population: 298,164) |
| Head of Government | Mikazuki Taizo |
| Total Population | 1,342,811 |
| Total Area | 4,017 sq km (1,551 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 334.3 sq km (865.8 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.