Prefecture
The prefectural flag of Oita features a distinctive design reflecting the region's identity within Japan.
Ōita Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyūshū. Ōita Prefecture has a population of 1,081,646 and has a geographic area of 6,340 km2 (2,450 sq mi)). Ōita Prefecture borders Fukuoka Prefecture to the northwest, Kumamoto Prefecture to the southwest, and Miyazaki Prefecture to the south.
Oita is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan. Each prefecture has its own official emblem (mon), flag, flower, tree, and bird. Japanese prefectural emblems are distinctive minimalist designs that often incorporate natural elements and geometric patterns.
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