Japan Coin Blog

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Wakayama Prefecture feature Mount Koya and the Danjo Garan.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The Fukuoka Prefecture coin depicts Okinoshima, Munakata Taisha Shrine, and the national treasure, the gold ring.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.Tokushima Prefecture's coins feature the Naruto whirlpools, the Awa Odori dance, and sudachi blossoms.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Yamaguchi Prefecture feature Kintaikyo Bridge and Akiyoshidai.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Ishikawa Prefecture feature the Kotoji lantern and Yukitsuri of Kenroku-en Garden.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Saitama Prefecture feature Eiichi Shibusawa and the Bell of Time (Kawagoe City).

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The Kagawa Prefecture coin depicts the view from Hiraihou Peak in Ritsurin Park.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Mie Prefecture feature the Isuzu River and the Uji Bridge of Ise Grand Shrine.

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.The coins of Yamagata Prefecture feature the Mogami River and cherries(Sakuranbo).

These silver coins were issued to commemorate the enforcement of Japan's Local Autonomy Law.Each of the 47 prefectures has its own unique design.Ehime Prefecture's coins feature the Dōgo Onsen Main Building and mikan oranges.