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Hyogo Prefecture
A prefecture in the 関西 region of western Japan. Its capital is 神戸, a major international port city.
兵庫県に住んでいる。
I live in Hyogo Prefecture.
兵庫出身の友人がいる。
I have a friend from Hyogo.
兵庫県は南は瀬戸内海、北は日本海に面している。
Hyogo Prefecture faces the Seto Inland Sea to the south and the Sea of Japan to the north.
Located in the 関西 region, 兵庫 is one of the few prefectures that spans Japan from one coast to the other. Its capital, 神戸, is famous for its port, international atmosphere, and 神戸牛 (Kobe beef).
KEY PLACES:
- 神戸: Kobe (capital city)
- 姫路城: Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- 淡路島: Awaji Island
RELATED TERMS:
- 兵庫県: Hyogo Prefecture
- 神戸市: Kobe City