Prefecture of Okayama, Japan
Okayama is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,950,656 people, it is the 21st largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Okayama gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Okayama is lead by Ryuta Ibaragiand is based in the prefecture capital of Okayama (Population: 639,652).
The most populous cities in Okayama are: Okayama-shi (Population: 639,652), Kurashiki (Population: 437,581), Tsuyama (Population: 89,717), Tamano (Population: 67,786), Kasaoka (Population: 58,461).
Okayama Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_33 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Okayama-shi (Population: 639,652) |
| Head of Government | Ryuta Ibaragi |
| Total Population | 1,950,656 |
| Total Area | 7,009 sq km (2,706 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 278.3 sq km (720.8 sq miles) |