Fukuoka prefecture (福岡県; Fukuoka-ken) is located on Kyushu island, Japan. The capital is the city of Fukuoka.
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| Capital | Fukuoka |
| Region: | Kyushu |
| Island: | Kyushu |
| Area
- Total - % water |
Ranked 29th
4,971.01 km² 2.3% |
| Population
- Total (Oct. 1, 2000) - Density |
Ranked 9th
5,015,699 1,009/km² |
| Districts: | 17 |
| Municipalities: | 97 |
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| Pref. Flower: | Plum blossom (Prunus mume) |
| Pref. Tree: | Azalea (Rhododenron tsutsusi) |
| Pref. Bird: | Japanese bush-warbler (Cettia diphone) |
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External links
- Official Fukuoka prefecture homepage (http://www.pref.fukuoka.jp/wbase.nsf/doc/kikaku_guide_d090114.htm)