Ōita Prefecture
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Located on the island of Kyushu, this prefecture is renowned for its extensive hot springs and traditional ryokan inns. It was historically formed from the ancient Bungo and Buzen provinces following the Meiji Restoration. The region is bordered by the Bungo Channel and features a complex terrain.
Statistics
Area
6,340.00 km²
Population
1,081,646