Saga Prefecture
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Saga Prefecture is located on the island of Kyushu, bordering Fukuoka and Nagasaki Prefectures. Historically, the area was known as Hizen Province, with the name Saga dating back to the Meiji Restoration. The region is renowned for its ceramics and porcelain production, particularly in Karatsu, Imari, and Arita.
Statistics
Area
2,439.58 km²
Population
809,824