At the heart of East Asia, the map outlines the unmistakable silhouette of Japan, a nation structured into distinct administrative regions. Comprising four primary islands — Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu — Japan's form is easily recognizable, even without its geographical intricacies.
The map clearly delineates the boundaries of Japan's 47 prefectures, each representing an individual segment within the broader national framework. From the expansive span of Hokkaido in the north to the clustered configuration of the Okinawa Prefecture in the south, the divisions offer a clear perspective on Japan's regional organization.
Without detailing the topography, urban centers, or other landmarks, this map emphasizes the simplicity and clarity of Japan's administrative divisions. It serves as a guide for understanding the nation's structure and offers viewers an unobstructed view of its prefectural layout.
Here's a list of all the 47 prefectures of Japan:
Aichi
Akita
Aomori
Chiba
Ehime
Fukui
Fukuoka
Fukushima
Gifu
Gunma
Hiroshima
Hokkaido
Hyogo
Ibaraki
Ishikawa
Iwate
Kagawa
Kagoshima
Kanagawa
Kochi
Kumamoto
Kyoto
Mie
Miyagi
Miyazaki
Nagano
Nagasaki
Nara
Niigata
Oita
Okayama
Okinawa
Osaka
Saga
Saitama
Shiga
Shi
These prefectures span the four major islands of Japan — Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu — and some smaller islands. Each has its own unique cultural, historical, and geographical significance.
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