Country Overview
Population
125.8M
125,800,000 people
Currency
Japanese YenJPY (¥)
Languages
Timezones
UTC+09:00
Japan at a Glance
Comprehensive information about Japan
Country Details
Currency
Languages & Timezones
Country Map
Tokyo
Asia
Historical Timeline
Tokugawa shogunate established, beginning of Edo period
Meiji Restoration begins modernization of Japan
End of World War II, beginning of post-war reconstruction
Tokyo Olympics showcase Japan's post-war recovery
Beginning of Heisei era, economic bubble period
Famous Landmarks
Mount Fuji
Sacred mountain and symbol of Japan, UNESCO World Heritage site
Tokyo Tower
Communications tower inspired by Eiffel Tower, symbol of post-war recovery
Shibuya Crossing
One of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world, iconic Tokyo landmark
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Thousands of vermillion torii gates creating tunnels up the mountain
Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)
Gold-covered Buddhist temple, one of Japan's most photographed buildings
Osaka Castle
Historic castle and symbol of Osaka, surrounded by beautiful parklands
Hiroshima Peace Memorial
Remains of the atomic bomb dome, symbol of peace and remembrance
Nara Deer Park
Famous for freely roaming deer and Todai-ji Temple with giant Buddha statue
Sapporo Snow Festival
Annual festival featuring massive snow and ice sculptures
Fukuoka Castle Ruins
Historical castle ruins in Maizuru Park, popular for cherry blossoms
Nagoya Castle
Famous for its golden shachihoko (roof ornaments) and historical significance
Hakone Open-Air Museum
Famous outdoor sculpture museum with stunning natural landscapes
Famous Cities
12
Tokyo
Capital and largest city, global center of technology and pop culture
Kyoto
Former imperial capital, thousands of temples and traditional culture
Osaka
Kitchen of Japan, famous for food culture and commerce
Hiroshima
Peace memorial city, site of atomic bombing in WWII
Nara
Ancient capital, famous for deer park and Buddhist temples
Sapporo
Famous for its winter snow festival, beer, and skiing
Fukuoka
Major port city in Kyushu, known for food culture and shopping
Nagoya
Industrial hub, home to Toyota and historic Nagoya Castle
Kobe
Famous for Kobe beef, port city, and scenic harbor
Yokohama
Major port city near Tokyo, known for Chinatown and Minato Mirai
Kanazawa
Renowned for preserved Edo-era districts, gardens, and samurai culture
Hakone
Famous for hot springs, views of Mount Fuji, and scenic landscapes
States/Provinces
Major Rivers
10Shinano River
367 kmMount Kobushi
Sea of Japan
Tone River
322 kmMount Ominakami
Pacific Ocean
Kiso River
229 kmMount Hachimori
Ise Bay
Yodo River
75 kmLake Biwa
Osaka Bay
Kuma River
115 kmMount Chokai
Yatsushiro Sea
Nagano River
210 kmMount Norikura
Sea of Japan
Fuji River
128 kmMount Nokogiri
Suruga Bay
Shibetsu River
50 kmMount Shibetsu
Pacific Ocean
Katsura River
120 kmMount Hiei
Yodo River
Arakawa River
173 kmMount Kobushi
Tokyo Bay
Top Educational Institutions
12
University of Tokyo
Tokyo
Public Research University
Kyoto University
Kyoto
Public Research University
Osaka University
Osaka
Public Research University
Hiroshima University
Hiroshima
Public Research University
Nara University
Nara
Public University
Hokkaido University
Sapporo
Public Research University
Fukuoka University
Fukuoka
Private University
Nagoya University
Nagoya
Public Research University
Kobe University
Kobe
Public Research University
Yokohama National University
Yokohama
Public University
Kanazawa University
Kanazawa
Public University
Hakone Art University
Hakone
Private University