Prefecture of Hyogo, Japan
Hyogo is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 5,550,742 people, it is the 8th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Hyogo gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Hyogo is lead by Toshizo Idoand is based in the prefecture capital of Kobe (Population: 1,528,478).
The most populous cities in Hyogo are: Kobe (Population: 1,528,478), Himeji (Population: 481,493), Nishinomiya-hama (Population: 468,925), Amagasaki (Population: 442,173), Akashi (Population: 297,279).
Hyogo Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_28 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Kobe (Population: 1,528,478) |
| Head of Government | Toshizo Ido |
| Total Population | 5,550,742 |
| Total Area | 8,392 sq km (3,240 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 661.4 sq km (1,713.1 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.