Japan cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 10 December 2024.
This is the best list of 31356 cities in the Japan available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
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Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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10862153 | Shōwa | Showa,Shōwa,zhao he,昭和 | JP | Kanagawa | Kawasaki-shi | 35.53216 | 139.73743 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9291145 | Tsuruhara | Tsuruhara,he yuan,鶴原 | JP | Ōsaka | Izumisano Shi | 34.42531 | 135.34091 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8647795 | Kumanomachi | Kumanomachi,xiong ye ding,熊野町 | JP | Ishikawa | Wajima Shi | 37.33828 | 136.90266 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8526558 | Natsueda | Natsueda,natsueda,xia jing tian,なつえだ,ナツエダ,夏井田 | JP | Aomori | Aomori Shi | 40.87058 | 140.68445 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8464069 | Kawame | Kawame,chuan mu,kawame,かわめ,カワメ,川目 | JP | Aomori | Shimokita-gun | 41.40377 | 140.85866 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11210479 | Uchidamachi | Uchidamachi,nei tian ding,uchidamachi,うちだまち,ウチダマチ,内田町 | JP | Kumamoto | Kumamoto Shi | 32.74587 | 130.6492 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1857857 | Chinzeimachi-madarashima | Chinzeimachi-madarashima,Madarashima,zhen xi ding ma du dao,鎮西町馬渡島 | JP | Saga | Karatsu Shi | 33.56872 | 129.76418 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11863879 | Harakichō | Harakicho,Harakichō,harakichou,yuan mu ting,はらきちょう,ハラキチョウ,原木町 | JP | Hokkaido | 41.7298 | 141.03791 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
9637349 | Hasama | Hasama,po,迫 | JP | Shiga | Gamō-gun | 34.98496 | 136.22215 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10430681 | Takamoridai | Takamoridai,gao sen tai,高森台 | JP | Kanagawa | Isehara Shi | 35.42301 | 139.32967 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9114321 | Toyonomachi-ishi | Toyonomachi-ishi,li ye ding shi,豊野町石 | JP | Nagano | Nagano Shi | 36.70469 | 138.26123 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11402990 | Tsukinoura | Tsukinoura,tsukinoura,yue pu,つきのうら,ツキノウラ,月浦 | JP | Kumamoto | Minamata Shi | 32.19016 | 130.38149 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9633122 | Kubota | Kubota,wa tian,窪田 | JP | Nara | Ikoma-gun | 34.59598 | 135.75964 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9637204 | Kōnanchō-sugitani | Konancho-sugitani,Kōnanchō-sugitani,jia nan ding shan gu,甲南町杉谷 | JP | Shiga | Kōka-shi | 34.9189 | 136.14583 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1850734 | Tamariichi | JP | Hiroshima | Takehara-shi | 34.4 | 132.85 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
11209925 | Tsukide | Tsukide,tsukide,yue chu,つきで,ツキデ,月出 | JP | Kumamoto | Kumamoto Shi | 32.80436 | 130.76692 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1853669 | Ōtaguchi | Otaguchi,Otakuchi,da tian kou,Ōtaguchi,Ōtakuchi,大田口 | JP | Kochi | Nagaoka Gun | 33.78593 | 133.71677 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1849226 | Urado | Urado,pu hu,浦戸 | JP | Kochi | Kōchi Shi | 33.49644 | 133.5685 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8599855 | Toyotamachō-yarikawa | Toyotamacho-yarikawa,Toyotamachō-yarikawa,li yu ding qian chuan,豊玉町鑓川 | JP | Nagasaki | Tsushima Shi | 34.39721 | 129.35885 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9288269 | Kawaidera | Kawaidera,he he si,河合寺 | JP | Ōsaka | Kawachi-nagano Shi | 34.44526 | 135.57979 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1851469 | Suki | JP | Kyoto | Kyōtango-shi | 35.58333 | 135.1 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
11863886 | Benzaichō | Benzaicho,Benzaichō,benzaichou,bian cai ting,べんざいちょう,ベンザイチョウ,弁才町 | JP | Hokkaido | 41.71933 | 140.99229 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
9892659 | Nishimuta | Nishimuta,xi mou tian,西牟田 | JP | Fukuoka | Chikugo Shi | 33.23552 | 130.48378 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1852180 | Shimo-tatsuda | Shimo-tatsuda,Shimo-tatsuta | JP | Kumamoto | Kumamoto Shi | 32.81667 | 130.73333 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10796883 | Suginazawa | Suginazawa,shan ming ze,杉名沢 | JP | Shizuoka | Gotenba Shi | 35.29464 | 138.91641 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9098691 | Takaoka | Takaoka,gao qiu,高丘 | JP | Hokkaido | Tomakomai Shi | 42.67271 | 141.59911 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2128423 | Rebun | RBJ,Rebun,Rebunge,Rebunka | JP | Hokkaido | 42.57389 | 140.60056 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
6415066 | Sone | JP | Mie | Owase Shi | 33.98167 | 136.19694 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
6417270 | Enoura | JP | Hiroshima | Onomichi-shi | 34.36333 | 133.19333 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
8601102 | Minato | Minato,cou,湊 | JP | Yamaguchi | Nagato Shi | 34.37711 | 131.18345 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8552760 | Shimokawara | Shimokawara,shimokawara,xia chuan yuan,しもかわら,シモカワラ,下川原 | JP | Aomori | Sannohe Gun | 40.40099 | 141.19469 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8572656 | Minaminagai | Minaminagai,minaminagai,nan yong jing,みなみながい,ミナミナガイ,南永井 | JP | Saitama | Tokorozawa-shi | 35.81536 | 139.52107 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8412121 | Hiraokamachi | Hiraokamachi,hiraokamachi,ping gang ding,ひらおかまち,ヒラオカマチ,平岡町 | JP | Aomori | Hirosaki Shi | 40.60946 | 140.45328 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9889342 | Chinzeimachi-nakano | Chinzeimachi-nakano,zhen xi ding zhong ye,鎮西町中野 | JP | Saga | Karatsu Shi | 33.53152 | 129.90606 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2111285 | Ōyanagi | Oyanagi,da liu,Ōyanagi,大柳 | JP | Akita | Ogachi-gun | 39.09254 | 140.71954 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8411591 | Sasamorichō | Sasamoricho,Sasamorichō,sasamorichou,ti sen ding,ささもりちょう,ササモリチョウ,笹森町 | JP | Aomori | Hirosaki Shi | 40.60987 | 140.47347 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8512100 | Kawaai | Kawaai,chuan he,kawaai,かわあい,カワアイ,川合 | JP | Aomori | Kuroishi Shi | 40.63378 | 140.60168 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1863774 | Futaebori | Futaebori,Nijubori | JP | Kagoshima | Soo Shi | 31.63333 | 130.9 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1861497 | Irifune | Irifune,Irifunecho,Irifunechō,ru chuan,入船 | JP | Tokyo | Chūō Ku | 35.67181 | 139.77623 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8527773 | Numa | Numa,numa,zhao,ぬま,ヌマ,沼 | JP | Iwate | Kunohe-gun | 40.32606 | 141.38731 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8519984 | Minamikomagomeyama | Minamikomagomeyama,minamikomagomeyama,nan ju ru shan,みなみこまごめやま,ミナミコマゴメヤマ,南駒込山 | JP | Aomori | Aomori Shi | 40.67584 | 140.94032 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1860566 | Kamiichi | Kami-ichi,Kamiichi,shang shi,上市 | JP | Nara | Yoshino-gun | 34.39696 | 135.8566 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8624936 | Ōtada | Otada,da zhong,Ōtada,大忠 | JP | Okayama | Niimi Shi | 35.08214 | 133.40685 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1850941 | Kōdachō-takatabara | Kodacho-takatabara,Kōdachō-takatabara,Takadawara,Takatabara,jia tian ding gao tian yuan,甲田町高田原 | JP | Hiroshima | Aki-takata Shi | 34.68333 | 132.76667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1907147 | Nihongi | Nihongi,er ben mu,二本木 | JP | Saitama | 35.79139 | 139.35889 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
8624882 | Sannō | Sanno,Sannō,shan wang,山王 | JP | Hiroshima | Shōbara-shi | 35.02636 | 132.98391 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1855171 | Nishi-shikiya | JP | Wakayama | Higashimuro-gun | 33.85 | 135.8 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
11863870 | Kawakamichō | Kawakamicho,Kawakamichō,chuan shang ting,kawakamichou,かわかみちょう,カワカミチョウ,川上町 | JP | Hokkaido | 41.76393 | 141.0719 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
11209949 | Numayazu | Numayazu,numayadzu,zhao shan jin,ぬまやづ,ヌマヤヅ,沼山津 | JP | Kumamoto | Kumamoto Shi | 32.77596 | 130.78005 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11081236 | Nagata-minamidai | Nagata-minamidai,nagataminamidai,yong tianminami tai,ながたみなみだい,ナガタミナミダイ,永田みなみ台 | JP | Kanagawa | Yokohama Shi | 35.43156 | 139.58767 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2128924 | Nishikichō | Nishikicho,Nishikichō,jin ting,nishikichou,にしきちょう,ニシキチョウ,錦町 | JP | Hokkaido | Kushiro Shi | 42.98313 | 144.38305 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10261827 | Honmachi | Honmachi,ben ding,本町 | JP | Fukuoka | Iizuka Shi | 33.6514 | 130.66876 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11109626 | Masuma | Masuma,masuma,zeng jian,ますま,マスマ,増間 | JP | Chiba | Minamibōsō Shi | 35.06869 | 139.92102 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11865063 | Takisawachō | Takisawacho,Takisawachō,long ze ting,takisawachou,たきさわちょう,タキサワチョウ,滝沢町 | JP | Hokkaido | 41.79595 | 140.7984 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
11558490 | Suehirochō | Suehirocho,Suehirochō,mo guang ting,suehirochou,すえひろちょう,スエヒロチョウ,末広町 | JP | Hokkaido | Tokachi-gun | 42.81289 | 143.65362 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11274768 | Ōkura | Okura,da cang,ookura,Ōkura,おおくら,オオクラ,大倉 | JP | Kumamoto | Tamana Shi | 32.92205 | 130.57382 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1850169 | Tokuma | Tokuma,de jian,徳間 | JP | Nagano | Nagano Shi | 36.68245 | 138.2301 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2114108 | Hachigōda | Hachigoda,Hachigōda,ba he tian,八合田 | JP | Miyagi | Kurokawa-gun | 38.4505 | 140.83941 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8661699 | Kitagōchō-higashino | Kitagocho-higashino,Kitagōchō-higashino,bei xiang ding dong ye,北郷町東野 | JP | Fukui | Katsuyama Shi | 36.0844 | 136.4289 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10432584 | Shimohirama | Shimohirama,xia ping jian,下平間 | JP | Kanagawa | Isehara Shi | 35.38281 | 139.32242 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1859235 | Kitsuka | JP | Shimane | Hamada Shi | 34.76667 | 132.06667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
9291768 | Matsugamine | Matsugamine,songke feng,松ヶ峯 | JP | Wakayama | Kaisō-gun | 34.1403 | 135.40595 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9888167 | Yukue | Yukue,sheng jia,生家 | JP | Fukuoka | Fukutsu Shi | 33.812 | 130.48374 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2130034 | Hokkō | Hokko,Hokkō,Hotsuko | JP | Hokkaido | Sunagawa-shi | 43.51667 | 141.91667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11081652 | Oimatsuchō | Oimatsucho,Oimatsuchō,lao song ding,oimatsuchou,おいまつちょう,オイマツチョウ,老松町 | JP | Kanagawa | Yokohama Shi | 35.44902 | 139.62324 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1853717 | Hiro-ōshingai | Hiro-oshingai,Hiro-ōshingai,O-shingai,O-shinkai,Shinkai,guang da xin kai,Ō-shingai,Ō-shinkai,広大新開 | JP | Hiroshima | Kure-shi | 34.2292 | 132.62327 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9291632 | Hikogase | Hikogase,yanke lai,彦ヶ瀬 | JP | Wakayama | Arida-gun | 34.12012 | 135.29315 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9634727 | Kamochō-kan’onji | Kamocho-kan’onji,Kamochō-kan’onji,jia mao ding guan yin si,加茂町観音寺 | JP | Kyoto | Kizugawa-shi | 34.74328 | 135.85523 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2129737 | Kamiobihirochō | Kami-obihiro,Kamiobihirocho,Kamiobihirochō,shang dai guang ding,上帯広町 | JP | Hokkaido | Obihiro Shi | 42.8 | 143.06667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9637318 | Kōkachō-kosaji | Kokacho-kosaji,Kōkachō-kosaji,jia he ding xiao zuo zhi,甲賀町小佐治 | JP | Shiga | Kōka-shi | 34.9328 | 136.22311 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8549441 | Dai Ni Ōbokutaira | Dai Ni Obokutaira,Dai Ni Ōbokutaira,dainioobokutaira,di er da mu ping,だいにおおぼくたいら,ダイニオオボクタイラ,第二大木平 | JP | Aomori | Hirakawa Shi | 40.52117 | 140.75907 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9865044 | Shimaderachō | Shimaderacho,Shimaderachō,dao si ding,島寺町 | JP | Fukui | Fukui-shi | 36.02491 | 136.14443 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9289468 | Habikigaoka | Habikigaoka,yu yega qiu,羽曳が丘 | JP | Ōsaka | Habikino-shi | 34.54014 | 135.59636 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8312867 | Ōhira | Ohira,da ping,oohira,Ōhira,おおひら,オオヒラ,大平 | JP | Miyagi | Kami-gun | 38.67044 | 140.73961 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1857551 | Matsue-higashi | Matsue,Matsue-higashi,song jiang dong,松江東 | JP | Wakayama | Wakayama Shi | 34.24444 | 135.13903 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10979194 | Tanaka | Tanaka,tian zhong,田中 | JP | Saitama | Kitakatsushika Gun | 35.92325 | 139.80871 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1851293 | Tadama | JP | Shizuoka | Shizuoka-shi | 35.1 | 138.33333 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
1861056 | Jitōgata | Jidogata,Jidōgata,Jitogata,Jitōgata,Zitogata,Zitôgata,de tou fang,地頭方 | JP | Shizuoka | Makinohara Shi | 34.63097 | 138.18569 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9642348 | Minamifuruyama | Minamifuruyama,nan gu shan,南古山 | JP | Mie | Nabari-shi | 34.68314 | 136.12016 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11175234 | Ogawamachi-shiranui | Ogawamachi-shiranui,ogawamachishiranui,xiao chuan ding bu zhi huo,おがわまちしらぬい,オガワマチシラヌイ,小川町不知火 | JP | Kumamoto | Uki Shi | 32.61236 | 130.65167 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2112206 | Sugitamachi | Kita-sugita,Sugita,Sugitamachi,shan tian ding,杉田町 | JP | Fukushima | Nihonmatsu Shi | 37.56741 | 140.41395 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9888215 | Tōnoharu | Tonoharu,Tōnoharu,tang yuan,唐原 | JP | Fukuoka | Fukuoka-shi | 33.67902 | 130.43959 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2127822 | Teshikaga | Teshikaga,Teshikaga-cho,Teshikaga-chō,di zi qu,di zi qu ding,teshikaga,てしかが,テシカガ,弟子屈,弟子屈町 | JP | Hokkaido | Kawakami-gun | 43.48044 | 144.49637 | 7631 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8663319 | Kuwanoin | Kuwanoin,sang yuan,桑院 | JP | Toyama | Himi Shi | 36.81908 | 136.89045 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
10420034 | Shimojima | Shimojima,xia dao,下島 | JP | Kanagawa | Hiratsuka Shi | 35.36876 | 139.3432 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8315572 | Daibo | Daibo,da bao,daibo,だいぼ,ダイボ,大保 | JP | Akita | Akita Shi | 39.80404 | 140.12825 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1850689 | Tando | Tando,Tanto | JP | Kagoshima | Aira Shi | 31.73333 | 130.66667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1865552 | Ashiomachi-akakura | Akakura,Ashiomachi-akakura,zu wei ding chi cang,足尾町赤倉 | JP | Tochigi | Nikko-shi | 36.6661 | 139.44658 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8721958 | Hikarino’oka | Hikarino’oka,Hikarino’oka,guangno qiu,hikarinooka,ひかりのおか,ヒカリノオカ,光の丘 | JP | Kanagawa | Yokosuka Shi | 35.22306 | 139.67582 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11534331 | Higashinijō-minami | Higashinijo-minami,Higashinijō-minami,dong er tiao nan,higashinijouminami,ひがしにじょうみなみ,ヒガシニジョウミナミ,東二条南 | JP | Hokkaido | Shiranuka-gun | 42.95352 | 144.07687 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1861549 | Kasmiagatachō-inugaura | Inga,Inugaura,Kasmiagatacho-inugaura,Kasmiagatachō-inugaura,shang xian ding quanke pu,上県町犬ヶ浦 | JP | Nagasaki | Tsushima Shi | 34.53892 | 129.33701 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9291250 | Mai | Mai,wu,舞 | JP | Ōsaka | Hannan Shi | 34.34203 | 135.23088 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
1857450 | Matsuzaki | Matsuzaki,song qi,松崎 | JP | Tottori | Tōhaku-gun | 35.46667 | 133.9 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11137437 | Kamiizumi | Kamiizumi,kamiizumi,shang quan,かみいずみ,カミイズミ,上泉 | JP | Chiba | Sodegaura-shi | 35.41219 | 140.04577 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
11102976 | Tosa | JP | Kochi | Tosa-gun | 33.73519 | 133.48251 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | ||
1851781 | Shishichō | Shishi,Shishicho,Shishichō,Sisi,shi zi ding,獅子町 | JP | Nagasaki | Hirado Shi | 33.31174 | 129.44093 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
2129927 | Inakuraishikōzan | Inakuraishi,Inakuraishikozan,Inakuraishikōzan | JP | Hokkaido | Furubira-gun | 43.16667 | 140.61667 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9982847 | Saikaichō-kawachigō | Saikaicho-kawachigo,Saikaichō-kawachigō,xi hai ding chuan nei xiang,西海町川内郷 | JP | Nagasaki | Saikai-shi | 33.04949 | 129.72511 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
8711168 | Shinhamachō | Shinhamacho,Shinhamachō,xin bang ding,新浜町 | JP | Miyagi | Shiogama Shi | 38.33039 | 141.04424 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place | |
9115342 | Kawagishi | Kawagishi,chuan an,川岸 | JP | Nagano | Okaya Shi | 36.04568 | 138.0247 | 0 | Asia/Tokyo | populated place |
Unveiling Japan: A Geographer’s Perspective
Japan, an archipelago of over 6,800 islands, offers a diverse and complex geography that spans a variety of climates, terrains, and urban environments. As a country known for both its ancient traditions and technological advancements, Japan’s geographical landscape plays a key role in shaping its culture, economy, and society. By studying Japan's geographic divisions, regions, and cities in greater detail, one can uncover the intricate layers of this fascinating nation. To truly understand the spatial dynamics of Japan, access to precise geographic data—including city locations, regions, and departments—becomes essential. This article will explore Japan’s geography and highlight the importance of obtaining detailed geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of each city.
The Geography of Japan: From Mountains to Coastlines
Japan’s physical landscape is dominated by rugged mountains and vast coastlines. The island nation spans from the northern subarctic regions of Hokkaido to the subtropical warmth of Okinawa in the south. About 73% of the country is covered by mountains, creating a dramatic contrast between the urban centers on the coasts and the more rural, isolated interior.
The topography has influenced Japan’s settlement patterns. While large cities like Tokyo and Osaka flourish in coastal plains and valleys, other regions remain sparsely populated due to the mountainous terrain. This stark contrast between urban and rural areas adds layers of complexity to Japan's geographic structure, making it an intriguing subject of study for geographers.
Understanding the positioning of cities within these varied landscapes is vital for anyone examining the country’s development. A comprehensive database that offers the precise coordinates of each city, including their regions and administrative divisions, provides an in-depth perspective of Japan’s geographical distribution.
Urbanization in Japan: The Dynamics of City Locations
Japan is home to some of the world’s largest and most technologically advanced cities, yet its geography complicates urban planning. The concentration of urban areas in coastal plains such as the Kanto region (home to Tokyo) and the Kansai region (home to Osaka) contrasts sharply with the rural, mountainous heartland of the country. These urban centers serve as economic hubs, while smaller cities and towns located in more isolated regions continue to preserve traditional ways of life.
Studying how cities are distributed across Japan’s islands is essential for understanding the socioeconomic landscape of the country. The cities within the Kanto and Kansai regions, for example, are not only the most populous but also the most influential in terms of politics, culture, and industry. In contrast, more northern and southern islands like Hokkaido and Okinawa display distinct urbanization patterns, influenced by local geography and climate.
Accessing detailed geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of each city, can help provide a clearer picture of these urban dynamics. By obtaining this precise information, researchers and urban planners can better analyze spatial relationships, infrastructural needs, and regional development strategies within the context of Japan's diverse geography.
Exploring the Regional Divisions of Japan
Japan’s geographical and political divisions are equally significant in understanding the structure of the country. The nation is divided into 47 administrative divisions, including 1 metropolitan area, 2 urban prefectures, and 43 prefectures, which are further broken down into cities, towns, and villages. These divisions reflect not only administrative convenience but also the cultural and historical identities of each region.
Regions like Tohoku in the north and Shikoku in the south each have their unique features. Tohoku is known for its harsh winters and mountainous terrain, while Shikoku, the smallest of Japan's four main islands, is home to serene rural landscapes and pilgrimage routes. Similarly, the Kyushu region boasts a more tropical climate and has seen significant industrial development in recent decades.
By leveraging geographic data, one can better understand how Japan’s cities are distributed across these regions, their relationship to local geography, and their administrative status. Accessing information about the latitude and longitude of each city can further enhance one’s ability to study these intricate regional differences and their role in the broader context of Japan’s geography.
The Importance of Data for Geographical Studies
For anyone wishing to conduct detailed geographical research on Japan, access to a robust database of city-level data is invaluable. Whether you are studying urban development, climate patterns, or socio-economic distribution, precise geographic data can unlock crucial insights into the country’s spatial organization.
Our comprehensive database on Japan offers exactly this: detailed information on every city, including the regions and departments they belong to, as well as their precise latitude and longitude coordinates. This data provides geographers, urban planners, and researchers with the tools necessary to explore Japan’s diverse geographic features, from the dense urban centers of Tokyo to the tranquil rural landscapes of rural Honshu.
Conclusion
Japan’s geography is as varied and complex as its culture, from towering mountains and lush forests to sprawling cities and remote islands. A deep understanding of this geography, enhanced by accurate data on cities, regions, and their coordinates, is crucial for anyone seeking to explore the country’s dynamic landscape. By leveraging detailed geographic data, such as the latitude and longitude of each city, one can gain valuable insights into the spatial organization of Japan. This information not only aids researchers and planners but also enhances our appreciation of Japan’s unique geographic identity.
FaQ about Japan
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.