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Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka Qualify for Secondary Capital Designation

3 Ekim 2026Japan Times

Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka have met the criteria to apply for a special secondary capital designation, pending final approval.
Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka have been identified as meeting the criteria for secondary capital status in Japan. The prefectures that encompass these cities are now positioned to apply for this special designation.
This development marks a significant step in the decentralization efforts within the country, aiming to distribute economic and administrative functions more evenly across regions.
Japan has long been criticized for its heavy concentration of resources and population in Tokyo. The move to establish secondary capitals is part of a broader strategy to enhance regional development and improve the quality of life in other urban areas.
The designation of secondary capitals could lead to a more balanced regional development in Japan, potentially alleviating some of the pressures faced by Tokyo. It reflects a growing recognition of the need for urban centers outside the capital to play a more prominent role in national governance and economic activity.

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