Japan is an island nation, so a map of Japan will show the large collection of islands which comprise the country. While Japan is comprised of well over 3,000 islands, the four largest islands which make up much of the country's surface are Shikoku, Honshu, Hokkaido, and Kyushu.
When you look at a map of the country, much of the surface area you will be looking at will be one of these four islands. You will also notice that Japan sits in the Pacific Ocean, and the East China Sea can be found to its south. To the North of Japan is the Sea of Okhotsk, which sits close to Russia.
A detailed map of Japan may show you a number of important details. Many of these details will be important landmarks. For example, Tokyo will show up on most detailed maps of Japan. Tokyo is the largest city in the country, and when the metropolitan area is taken into consideration, well over 30 million people live there. The total population of Tokyo proper is approximately 12 million people.
Tokyo sits to the right side of the island. It should also be noted that many people consider Tokyo to be the quasi capital of Japan, though many people recognize Kyoto has having this role.
Another important landmark that you will often find on a detailed map of Japan is Mount Fuji. Mount Fuji is the largest point in Japan and it is actually a volcano. It has a total height of 12,388 ft, and the volcano is currently dormant. Mount Fuji is a well known symbol of the country, and many people have visited and climbed the mountain, both foreigners and natives.
Mount Fuji can be found on the island of Honshu. It should also be noted that Japan is comprised of a large number of important cities. For example, some of the prominent cities that you will find on most maps of Japan include Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Yokohama. You will also easily see the Sea of Japan.
Japan Tip #1
If you are planning on traveling to the orient, one fact about japan that you should know is that you must have local currency (yen) on hand before you leave the airport. Taxi, buses and other transportation services do not accept debit or credit cards or any other currency except the yen. |
Japan Tip #2
Another fact about Japan to remember is that it is considered impolite and even rude to offer a monetary tip to a Japanese person. Some finer establishments may reqire a tip type fee, but it will be included in your bill. So remember don't tip your waiter or waitress or the bell boy, or even the taxi driver, instead save your money. |
Japan Tip #3
One of the most confusing facts about Japan is known as the consumption tax. The consumption tax is a feel that is applied to all purchases made in Japan and is currently at 5%. This means that whatever the price of the item you are buying, you need to add an additional 5% to the price. Be aware that some stores include this tax in the price of the item and some stores do not, so it is better to ask if you are in doubt. |
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