Yamanashi Prefecture
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Yamanashi Prefecture is located in the Chūbu region of Honshu, Japan. Kōfu serves as its capital and largest city, situated within the Kōfu Basin. The prefecture is known for its mountainous terrain, including a portion of Mount Fuji, and its historical ties to the Takeda clan during the Sengoku period.
Statistics
Area
4,465.38 km²
Population
787,592