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administrative region, Japan
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The term chihō refers to a region in Japan. Japan has historically been divided into various administrative units, with the chihō system being established in the early 20th century to divide the country into eight larger geographic regions. These regions are Hokkaido, Tōhoku, Kantō, Chūbu, Kinki, Chūgoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu. This system helps in understanding regional contrasts and comparing statistics across different parts of the country.1

The Chūbu region, for example, is located in central Honshu and is further divided into subregions like Hokuriku, Tōsan, and Tōkai, each with distinct geographic and economic characteristics. This regional division is a key aspect of understanding Japan's administrative and geographic organization.21

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  1. Japan - Traditional regions
  2. Chūbu

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