Kanagawa Prefecture facts for kids
Kanagawa Prefecture (神奈川県, Kanagawa-ken) is a special area in the Kantō region of Japan. It's located on the island of Honshū. Think of a prefecture like a state or province in other countries. The main city, or capital city, of Kanagawa is Yokohama.
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History of Kanagawa
Kanagawa Prefecture was formed from older lands known as Sagami Province and Musashi Province.
Important Events in Kanagawa's History
In 1853, a famous American naval officer named Commodore Matthew Perry arrived in Kanagawa. This was a big moment because it helped open Japan to the rest of the world.
A year later, in 1854, the Convention of Kanagawa was signed. This agreement allowed American ships to visit Japanese ports. It was a very important step in Japan's history.
In 1923, a very strong earthquake, called the Great Kantō earthquake, happened. Its center was deep under Izu Ōshima Island, which is in Sagami Bay, near Kanagawa.
Geography of Kanagawa
Kanagawa is located in the southeastern part of the Kantō Plain, which is a large flat area.
Where is Kanagawa?
The prefecture is bordered by Tokyo to the north. To the northwest, you'll find the foothills of Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain. On its south and east sides, Kanagawa touches the Sagami Bay and Tokyo Bay. Its western border is shared with Yamanashi Prefecture and Shizuoka Prefecture.
Cities in Kanagawa Prefecture
Kanagawa Prefecture has nineteen cities. The capital city is Yokohama.
Towns and Villages in Kanagawa
There are also several towns and villages within Kanagawa Prefecture, organized into districts.
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National Parks in Kanagawa
About 23% of Kanagawa's land is protected as National Parks. These are special areas kept safe for nature and people to enjoy.
Shrines and Temples
Samukawa jinja and Hikawa jinja are important Shinto shrines in the prefecture. Shinto shrines are places of worship in the traditional Japanese religion called Shinto.
Related pages
- Provinces of Japan
- Prefectures of Japan
- List of regions of Japan
- List of islands of Japan
- Kawasaki Frontale
- Shonan Bellmare
- Yokohama F.C.
Images for kids
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The Great Wave off Kanagawa original print, a famous Japanese artwork.
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The Prefectural office of Kanagawa in Yokohama.
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Minato Mirai 21, a modern area in Yokohama.
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Another view of the Prefectural office of Kanagawa.
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The Odawara Hōjō Festival, a traditional event.
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Nissan Stadium in Yokohama, a large sports venue.
See also
In Spanish: Prefectura de Kanagawa para niños
