Kawasaki is a city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, located just south of Tokyo on the eastern shore of Tokyo Bay. It is the second largest city in the Greater Tokyo Area with a population of over 1.5 million. Kawasaki is a major industrial city and is home to a large number of companies, including Toshiba, NEC, Panasonic, and Sony. The city is also home to Kawasaki Heavy Industries, one of the largest heavy machinery manufacturers in the world. Kawasaki is a popular tourist destination and is home to a number of attractions, including the Daishi Temple, the Keihin industrial area, and the Kasai Rinkai Park. The city is also home to a large number of restaurants and bars, and is known for its nightlife.