Takao Prefecture

Takao Prefecture (高雄州 Takao-shū) was one of the administrative divisions of Taiwan during the Japanese rule. The prefecture consisted of modern-day Kaohsiung City and Pingtung County.

Population

Administrative divisions

Cities and districts

In 1945 (Shōwa 20), there were 2 cities and 7 districts.

Towns and villages

The districts were divided into towns (街) and villages (庄).

See also

  • Political divisions of Taiwan (1895-1945)
  • Governor-General of Taiwan
  • Taiwan under Japanese rule
  • Administrative divisions of the Republic of China
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    Sweet idea: Kobe beekeeper uses sakura honey to make craft cola

    Asahi News 23 Mar 2025
    One participant at that meeting, Takao Shiojiri, 47, operates Cafe Shokudo Lodge in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, and he joined Tawara in applying for a subsidy from a prefectural fund. Their idea was accepted, and Tawara began making cola syrup ... .

    Snow covers Kanto, Chugoku region as icy roads warned

    Asahi News 19 Mar 2025
    (JR East) canceled operations of the Chuo Line between Takao Station in Tokyo and Kobuchizawa Station in Yamanashi Prefecture from the first train on March 19 until around noon, due to the expected snowfall.
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