Prefecture of Fukushima, Japan
Fukushima is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 2,126,998 people, it is the 17th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Fukushima gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Fukushima is lead by Masao Uchiboriand is based in the prefecture capital of Fukushima (Population: 294,237).
The most populous cities in Fukushima are: Iwaki (Population: 357,309), Koriyama (Population: 340,560), Fukushima-shi (Population: 294,237), Sukagawa (Population: 68,790).
Fukushima Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_07 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Fukushima-shi (Population: 294,237) |
| Head of Government | Masao Uchibori |
| Total Population | 2,126,998 |
| Total Area | 13,783 sq km (5,322 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 154.3 sq km (399.7 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.