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 Fukui Prefecture feature golden shachihoko, irises, and the Atsumi Peninsula.

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 Fukui Prefecture feature dinosaurs and Tojinbo.

The coins of Gifu Prefecture feature a depiction of ukai.Ukai is a traditional fishing method in which a ukai master controls a cormorant, a type of water bird, to catch fish. It is particularly well known for ayu fishing, and the sight of cormorants being controlled by bonfires is a beloved summer tradition.

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 coin from Kochi Prefecture features a portrait of Ryoma Sakamoto, a historical figure representative of Kochi, and a view of Katsurahama Beach.

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 Nara Prefecture coin features the Daigokuden Main Hall, cherry blossoms, and kemari (a traditional ball game).

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 coin depicts the H-2 rocket, a symbol of Tsukuba Science City, and Mount Tsukuba, representing the city's commitment to scientific and technological advancement and progress toward the future.

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 Niigata Prefecture feature images of the Japanese crested ibis and Sado Island.

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 Nagano Prefecture feature “early summer scenery of Kamikochi,” “Kappa Bridge,” and “Hotaka Mountain Range.”