Prefecture of Nara, Japan
Nara is a prefecture found in the nation of Japan. Home to 1,442,862 people, it is the 29th largest division in Japan in terms of population.
Nara gained its current status as a prefecture in the year 1868. The government of Nara is lead by Shogo Araiand is based in the prefecture capital of Nara (Population: 367,353).
The most populous cities in Nara are: Nara-shi (Population: 367,353), Kashihara-shi (Population: 124,521), Ikoma (Population: 117,601), Tenri (Population: 71,052), Sakurai (Population: 62,964).
Nara Prefecture - Quick Facts
| Country | Japan |
| Region Type | Prefecture |
| ISO Code | JP_29 |
| Time Zone | JST |
| Year of Establishment | 1868 |
| Capital | Nara-shi (Population: 367,353) |
| Head of Government | Shogo Arai |
| Total Population | 1,442,862 |
| Total Area | 3,691 sq km (1,425 sq miles) |
| Population Density | 390.9 sq km (1,012.5 sq miles) |
This page was last updated on July 24, 2015.