Prefecture of Kagawa, Japan

Location of prefecture of Kagawa on a map

Kagawa is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,022,843 people, it is the 40th largest division in Japan in terms of population.

Kagawa gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Kagawa is lead by Keizo Hamadaand is based in the prefecture capital of Takamatsu (Population: 334,223).

The most populous cities in Kagawa are: Takamatsu-shi (Population: 334,223), Marugame (Population: 82,090), Sakaidecho (Population: 57,090).

Kagawa Prefecture - Quick Facts

Country Japan
Region Type Prefecture
ISO Code JP_37
Time Zone JST
Year of Establishment 1868
Capital Takamatsu-shi (Population: 334,223)
Head of Government Keizo Hamada
Total Population 1,022,843
Total Area 1,862 sq km (719 sq miles)
Population Density 549.3 sq km (1,422.7 sq miles)