kanto
Kantō, or Kanto, is a geographic region of eastern Honshu, Japan, comprising seven prefectures: Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, and Kanagawa. Located along the Pacific coast, it contains the densely populated Tokyo metropolitan area, which serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The region's population accounts for a large share of Japan's residents and industry.
Geography: The Kantō Plain dominates central Kantō, one of Japan's largest plains, providing fertile land and
History: The area has archaeological roots in the Jōmon and Yayoi periods. It rose to political prominence
Economy and infrastructure: Kantō hosts Japan's largest metropolitan economy and many corporate headquarters. It includes major