Prefecture of Kyoto, Japan

Location of prefecture of Kyoto on a map

Kyoto is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 2,644,331 people, it is the 13th largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Kyoto gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Kyoto is lead by Keiji Yamadaand is based in the prefecture capital of Kyoto (Population: 1,459,640).

The most populous cities in Kyoto are: Kyoto (Population: 1,459,640), Uji (Population: 192,925), Kameoka (Population: 97,181), Maizuru (Population: 92,465), Kamigyo-ku (Population: 83,000).

Kyoto Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country Japan
Region Type Prefecture
ISO Code JP_26
Time Zone JST
Year of Establishment 1868
Capital Kyoto (Population: 1,459,640)
Head of Government Keiji Yamada
Total Population 2,644,331
Total Area 4,613 sq km (1,781 sq miles)
Population Density 573.2 sq km (1,484.7 sq miles)