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HIGHEST VOLCANO: MT. FUJITRADITIONAL TEA CEREMONYSUMO WRESTLING ORIGINSUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITESSHRINES WITH TORII GATESMANGA AND ANIME CULTUREKIMONO FASHION TRADITIONSUSHI AND SASHIMI DELICACIESKARAOKE INVENTION IN 1971ONI MASKS IN FESTIVALSBULLET TRAIN TECHNOLOGYSAKURA BLOSSOM FESTIVALSHINKANSEN: WORLD'S FASTEST TRAINSART OF ORIGAMIBUDDHIST TEMPLE ARCHITECTUREHIGHEST VOLCANO: MT. FUJITRADITIONAL TEA CEREMONYSUMO WRESTLING ORIGINSUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITESSHRINES WITH TORII GATESMANGA AND ANIME CULTUREKIMONO FASHION TRADITIONSUSHI AND SASHIMI DELICACIESKARAOKE INVENTION IN 1971ONI MASKS IN FESTIVALSBULLET TRAIN TECHNOLOGYSAKURA BLOSSOM FESTIVALSHINKANSEN: WORLD'S FASTEST TRAINSART OF ORIGAMIBUDDHIST TEMPLE ARCHITECTUREHIGHEST VOLCANO: MT. FUJITRADITIONAL TEA CEREMONYSUMO WRESTLING ORIGINSUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITESSHRINES WITH TORII GATESMANGA AND ANIME CULTUREKIMONO FASHION TRADITIONSUSHI AND SASHIMI DELICACIESKARAOKE INVENTION IN 1971ONI MASKS IN FESTIVALSBULLET TRAIN TECHNOLOGYSAKURA BLOSSOM FESTIVALSHINKANSEN: WORLD'S FASTEST TRAINSART OF ORIGAMIBUDDHIST TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE

Country Information

Capital
Tokyo
Population
116,321,512
Area
377,975 km²
Largest City
Tokyo
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
JP / JPN
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Japanese
Currency
Japanese Yen (¥) - ¥100
Coordinates
Decimal:35.6895, 139.6917
DMS:35°41′22″N, 139°41′30″E
Elevation
Highest:3,776 m
Lowest:-4 m
Average:1,886 m
International Dialing Code
+81

Time Zones

• Asia/Tokyo| JST (UTC+9)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Kitami
Southernmost
Itoman
Easternmost
Kushiro
Westernmost
Itoman

About Japan

Japan is an archipelago consisting of four main islands: Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku.
The Japanese language uses three writing systems: kanji, hiragana, and katakana.
Shinto, the indigenous spirituality of Japan, emphasizes the worship of kami, or spirits, associated with natural elements.
Japan has a rich tradition of tea ceremonies, which reflect the country's cultural appreciation for harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.
The Edo period (1603-1868) was a time of peace, stability, and isolation in Japan, allowing for the flourishing of art and culture.
Japan is home to iconic landmarks such as Mount Fuji, which is an active stratovolcano and a symbol of national identity.
The country has a unique blend of traditional and modern architecture, with ancient temples standing alongside contemporary skyscrapers.
Japan is renowned for its contributions to technology and innovation, being home to major companies like Sony, Toyota, and Panasonic.
The traditional Japanese festival, Hanami, celebrates the blooming of cherry blossoms and attracts people to parks for picnics under the trees.
Japan's cuisine, including sushi, ramen, and tempura, is recognized worldwide and emphasizes fresh ingredients and presentation.
The country has a strong tradition of martial arts, including judo, karate, and kendo, which are practiced both as sports and forms of discipline.
Japan has a significant cultural impact globally, influencing fashion, anime, and cinema, with filmmakers like Akira Kurosawa gaining international acclaim.
The country experiences a diverse range of natural disasters, including earthquakes and tsunamis, due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
Japanese gardens are designed to create miniature landscapes and often incorporate elements such as water features, rocks, and traditional structures.

Cities in Japan

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

TokyoYokohamaOsakaNagoyaSapporoFukuokaKawasakiKobeKyotoSaitamaHiroshimaSendaiChibaKitakyushuSetagayaOkayamaSagamiharaEdogaweAdachiShizuokaHonchōKotōHimejiUtsunomiyaMatsuyamaMatsudoŌitaFukuyamaKanazawaAmagasaki

Cities in Japan

Columns842 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
TokyoCAPITAL
9,733,276
2,191 km²
40 m
JST
UTC+9
3,777,491
1,889 km²
11 m
JST
UTC+9
2,753,862
1,377 km²
4 m
JST
UTC+9
2,332,176
1,166 km²
17 m
JST
UTC+9
1,973,832
987 km²
20 m
JST
UTC+9
1,612,392
806 km²
7 m
JST
UTC+9
1,538,262
769 km²
1 m
JST
UTC+9
1,525,152
763 km²
30 m
JST
UTC+9
1,463,723
732 km²
52 m
JST
UTC+9
1,324,854
662 km²
9 m
JST
UTC+9
1,200,754
600 km²
-3 m
JST
UTC+9
1,096,704
548 km²
4 m
JST
UTC+9
979,768
490 km²
4 m
JST
UTC+9
940,978
470 km²
66 m
JST
UTC+9
940,071
470 km²
44 m
JST
UTC+9
826,161
413 km²
15 m
JST
UTC+9
797,591
399 km²
5 m
JST
UTC+9
791,707
396 km²
9 m
JST
UTC+9

Popular Cities in Japan

TokyoYokohamaOsakaNagoyaSapporo
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