Prefecture of Osaka, Japan
Osaka is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 8,804,806 people, it is the 2nd largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Osaka gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Osaka is lead by Ichiro Matsuiand is based in the prefecture capital of Osaka (Population: 2,592,413).
The most populous cities in Osaka are: Osaka-shi (Population: 2,592,413), Sakai (Population: 782,339), Hirakata (Population: 406,331), Toyonaka (Population: 384,459), Takatsuki (Population: 354,468).
Osaka Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_27 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Osaka-shi (Population: 2,592,413) |
| Head of Government | Ichiro Matsui |
| Total Population | 8,804,806 |
| Total Area | 1,893 sq km (731 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 4,651.2 sq km (12,046.7 sq miles) |