Japanese City

A Japanese City is a geopolitical entity that represents an urban area within Japan.

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• Example(s):
  • Nara, 710–present (Nara) is located in the Kansai region, surrounded by mountains, and is famous for its ancient temples and deer park, serving as Japan's capital from 710 to 794.
  • Kyoto, 794–present (Kyoto) is located in a valley surrounded by mountains in the Kansai region, serving as the imperial capital of Japan from 794 to 1868 with a blend of ancient temples and modern amenities.
  • Kobe, 1180–present (Kobe) is a coastal city in the Kansai region along Osaka Bay, historically significant since 1180, renowned for its port, international cuisine, and scenic beauty.
  • Hakodate, 1454–present (Hakodate) is a coastal city on the southern tip of Hokkaido, known for its historic buildings and night view from Mount Hakodate.
  • Nagasaki, 1571–present (Nagasaki) is a coastal city on the western coast of Kyushu, founded as a Portuguese trading post, with a unique blend of Japanese and Western influences.
  • Kanazawa, 1583–present is located in the Hokuriku region near the coast of the Sea of Japan, founded as a castle town by Maeda Toshiie, known for its beautiful gardens, museums, and samurai districts.
  • Osaka, 1583–present (Osaka) is a coastal city in the Kansai region along Osaka Bay, founded as a castle town, demonstrating a vibrant economy and bustling nightlife.
  • Takayama, 1586–present (Takayama) is located in the mountainous region of Gifu Prefecture, historically significant as a castle town, retaining a traditional atmosphere with well-preserved historical buildings.
  • Hiroshima, 1589–present (Hiroshima) is a coastal city in the Chugoku region along the Seto Inland Sea, founded as a castle town, symbolizing peace and reconstruction after the atomic bombing in 1945.
  • Edo, 1603–1868 (Edo) was the historical name of Tokyo, located on the eastern coast of Honshu, serving as the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate.
  • Naha, 1609–present (Naha) is a coastal city on the southern coast of Okinawa Island, part of the Ryukyu Kingdom before being annexed by Japan, known for its Shuri Castle and tropical climate. Okinawan was the primary language spoken during its early history.
  • Nagoya, 1610–present (Nagoya) is located in the Chubu region near the coast of Ise Bay, founded as a castle town, an industrial hub with a rich cultural heritage.
  • Tokyo, 1603–present (Tokyo/Edo) is a coastal city on the eastern coast of Honshu, transformed from a small fishing village named Edo to Japan's capital in 1868 during the Meiji Restoration.
  • Wakkanai, 1685–present (Wakkanai) is the northernmost city in Japan, located in Hokkaido, and originally home to an Ainu population before Japanese settlement began in 1685.
  • Yokohama, 1859–present (Yokohama) is a coastal city in the Kanto region along Tokyo Bay, opened as an international port and rapidly grew into a major commercial hub.
  • Sapporo, 1866–present (Sapporo) is located in the central part of Hokkaido in a river basin, founded as part of Japan's efforts to develop Hokkaido, known for its annual snow festival and beer culture.
  • Fukuoka, 1889–present (Fukuoka) is a coastal city on the northern shore of Kyushu, serving as a major gateway to Asia with its bustling port, officially established as a city in 1889.
  • Seoul, 1910–1945 (Seoul) is the capital of South Korea, which was under Japanese control from 1910 to 1945.
  • Gion is a fictional city known in Japanese lore, often depicted as a place of spirits and mythical creatures.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Japanese Villages, which are smaller and typically more rural.
  • Japanese Towns, which are urban areas but smaller and less complex than cities.
  • Korean City, Chinese City.
• See: Prefecture, Metropolitan Area, Historical Landmarks

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