Hiroshima Prefecture Guide, Meaning , Facts, Information and Description
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Hiroshima prefectural symbol |
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| Capital | Hiroshima |
| Region: | Chugoku |
| Island: | Honshu |
| Area - Total - % water |
Ranked 11th 8,476.95 km² 0.3% |
| Population - Total (Oct. 1;, 2000) - Density |
Ranked 12th 2,878,915 340/km² |
| Districts: | 15 |
| Municipalities: | 86 |
| : | JP-34 |
| Symbols | |
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| Pref. Flower: | Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) |
| Pref. Tree: | Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) |
| Pref. Bird: | Red-throated diver (Gavia stellata) |
| Table of contents |
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2 Geography 3 Economy 4 Demographics 5 Culture 6 Tourism 7 Prefectural symbols 8 Miscellaneous topics 9 External links |
The area around Hiroshima has been a center of trade and culture since the beginning of Japan's recorded history.
Hiroshima is home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites:
History
Geography
Towns and Villages
Economy
Mazda is headquartered in Hiroshima Prefecture.
Demographics