Capital: Yokohama (Japan's second-largest city, a major international port city featuring Chinatown, Minato Mirai, Yamashita Park, and the Red Brick Warehouse).
Other major cities: Kawasaki (industrial, known for factory night lighting), Sagamihara, Fujisawa, and Yokosuka.
Location and Landscape: Kanagawa is situated on Tokyo Bay and Sagami Bay, featuring a mix of: Urban areas in the east/northeast (part of the Greater Tokyo Area and Keihin Industrial Zone).
Historic and coastal areas in the south (such as the Miura Peninsula).
Mountains, nature, and onsen (hot springs) in the west.
It borders Tokyo (north), Yamanashi, and Shizuoka (west).
Famous attractions: Kamakura: Historic city with many temples, the Big Buddha statue, and the old capital from the Kamakura period.
Hakone: Popular onsen resort with views of Mount Fuji, lakes, volcanic landscape, and ryokans.
Other highlights: beaches, gardens (such as Sankeien), fishing ports, and agricultural areas (flowers and dairy).
Economy and character: Kanagawa is a major industrial center (cars, robots, port activities) but also rich in nature, culture, and tourism.
It combines modern urbanity with traditional Japan and is ideal for day trips from Tokyo (easily accessible by train).
In short: a dynamic prefecture with port cities, historical treasures, mountains, and hot springs – perfect for those who want to combine Tokyo with variety.
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