Ishikawa Prefecture

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Ishikawa Prefecture

石川県
Flag of Ishikawa Prefecture
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Official logo of Ishikawa Prefecture
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Location of Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan
Location of Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan
CountryJapan
RegionChūbu
IslandHonshu
CapitalKanazawa
Government
 • GovernorHiroshi Hase
Area
 • Total4,186.09 km2 (1,616.26 sq mi)
Area rank35th
Population
 (October 1, 2020)
 • Total1,140,573
 • Rank34th
 • Density270/km2 (710/sq mi)
ISO 3166 codeJP-17
Websitewww.pref.ishikawa.lg.jp


Ishikawa Prefecture (石川県, Ishikawa-ken) is a prefecture located in the Chūbu region of Honshu, Japan. The capital is the city of Kanazawa.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Ishikawa is located on the Sea of Japan coast. It is bordered by Toyama Prefecture to the east, Gifu Prefecture to the southeast, and Fukui Prefecture to the south. The prefecture also includes the Noto Peninsula, which extends into the Sea of Japan.

Major Cities[edit | edit source]

Districts and Towns[edit | edit source]

History[edit | edit source]

Ishikawa Prefecture was established in 1872 during the Meiji Restoration. The area has a rich history, with the city of Kanazawa being a prominent cultural center during the Edo period under the rule of the Maeda clan.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Ishikawa is diverse, with key industries including traditional crafts, manufacturing, and tourism. The region is known for its production of Kaga Yuzen silk dyeing, Wajima lacquerware, and Kutani ware ceramics.

Culture[edit | edit source]

Ishikawa is renowned for its cultural heritage, including traditional arts and crafts. The Kenroku-en garden in Kanazawa is considered one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan. The prefecture also hosts various festivals, such as the Hyakumangoku Matsuri.

Education[edit | edit source]

Ishikawa is home to several higher education institutions, including Kanazawa University and Kanazawa Institute of Technology.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Ishikawa is accessible by various modes of transportation:

Tourism[edit | edit source]

Popular tourist destinations in Ishikawa include:

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD