Kanagawa prefecture (神奈川県; Kanagawa-ken) is a located in the Kanto region on Honshu island, Japan. The capital is Yokohama.
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| Capital | Yokohama |
| Region: | Kanto |
| Island: | Honshu |
| Area
- Total - % water |
Ranked 43rd
2,415.42 km² 2.3% |
| Population
- Total (Jan 1, 2000) - Density |
Ranked 3rd
8,639,665 3,577/km² |
| Districts: | 7 |
| Municipalities: | 37 |
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| Pref. Flower: | Golden-rayed lily (Lilium auratum) |
| Pref. Tree: | Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) |
| Pref. Bird: | Common gull (Larus canus) |
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Kanagawa is well known for the popularity of soccer.
External links
- Official Kanagawa prefecture homepage (http://www.pref.kanagawa.jp/menu/english.htm)