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Tokushima Prefecture
徳島県
alternative words: Tokushimaken prefecture, Tokushima, Tokushimaken, Tokushima ken
keywords:
prefecture
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shikoku
related topics:
Naruto Bridge
related web sites:
http://www.pref.tokushima.jp
explanation: Tokushima prefecture occupies the eastern part of Shikoku region, facing Pacific Ocean. Its surface is 4,145 km2 and the population 0.8 million. The prefectural office is at Tokushima City. Western region is mountainous and the main activities are forestry and culture of potatoes, while the farmers are cultivating rice, oranges and vegetables in the eastern region. Though the region is mostly rural, thanks to opening of 2 great bridges over Awaji Island, a future development is expected.
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