Okayama Prefecture
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, bordering the Seto Inland Sea. It was formed during the Meiji period from the former provinces of Bitchu, Bizen, and Mimasaka. The prefecture features a diverse geography ranging from coastal areas to the Chugoku Mountains.
Statistics
Area
7,114.00 km²
Population
1,815,165