Japan Yamaguchi Map

Our Yamaguchi prefecture map has 5 slides with English and Japanese names labeled.

山口県の地図, 13市6町を含む19の自治体に分かれている。

1. Japan Yamaguchi Prefecture Location
2. Japan Yamaguchi Prefecture Outline
3. Blank Yamaguchi Map with Municipalities
4. Label Yamaguchi Map with English names of Municipalities
5. Label Yamaguchi Map with Japanese names of Municipalities

Yamaguchi prefecture is located in the Chūgoku region of Honshu, with the division of 19 municipalities including 13 cities, and 6 towns. Yamaguchi is the capital and Shimonoseki is the largest city of Yamaguchi prefecture. The neighboring prefectures are Shimane Prefecture to the north and Hiroshima Prefecture to the northeast.

• The 13 cities are Hagi City, Hikari City, Hofu City, Iwakuni City, Kudamatsu City, Mine City, Nagato City, Sanyoonoda City, Shinomoseki City, Shunan City, Ube City, Yamaguchi City, and Yanai City.
• The 6 towns are Abu-cho, Hirao-cho, Kaminoseki-cho, Suo-Oshima-cho, Tabuse-cho, and Waki-cho.

Yamaguchi Prefecture, located in the Chugoku region of Japan, has a population of approximately 1,301,479 as of June 2023, with an area of 6,112.30 km2. It is known for its rich natural beauty, historical significance, and unique economic activities, making it a significant contributor to Japan’s cultural and economic landscape.

Population

• As of June 2023, Yamaguchi Prefecture’s population stands at approximately 1,301,479, with a demographic shift towards an aging population. The historical population growth data indicates fluctuations, with negative growth in certain periods leading to concerns about the aging population and its potential impact on the region’s demographic structure.

Economy

• Yamaguchi Prefecture’s economy is diverse, with a concentration of industries along the Seto Inland Sea coast, including iron and steel, chemicals, and machinery. The region is also noted for its pottery industry, with Hagi being a prominent center for pottery production. The prefecture’s agricultural sector produces a variety of fruits, vegetables, rice, and high-end wagyu beef, while its fisheries contribute delicacies such as fugu pufferfish and pike conger to the culinary landscape .

Importance

• The significance of Yamaguchi Prefecture lies in its rich natural landscapes, historical sites, and diverse economic activities. The region’s karst landscapes, limestone caves, and historical landmarks like the Kintai Bridge in Iwakuni attract tourists, contributing to the prefecture’s cultural and historical importance. Additionally, its diverse industrial and agricultural activities underscore its role in Japan’s economic landscape, emphasizing its contributions to manufacturing, pottery, and culinary traditions.

Japan has 47 Prefectures in total. You can check other Prefecture maps as well.

They are Aichi, Akita, Aomori, Chiba, Ehime, Fukui, Fukuoka, Fukushima, Gifu, Gunma, Hiroshima, Hokkaidō, Hyōgo, Ibaraki, Ishikawa, Iwate, Kagawa, Kagoshima, Kanagawa, Kōchi, Kumamoto, Kyoto, Mie, Miyagi, Miyazaki, Nagano, Nagasaki, Nara, Niigata, Ōita, Okayama, Okinawa, Osaka, Saga, Saitama, Shiga, Shimane, Shizuoka, Tochigi, Tokushima, Tokyo, Tottori, Toyama, Wakayama, Yamagata, Yamaguchi, and Yamanashi.

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