Discover Japan’s diverse geography, from its mountainous terrain and volcanic islands to its thousands of coastal regions. Learn how the country’s natural landscape shapes its culture and daily life.
Geography Regional Characteristics of the Hokkaido Region
Overview of the Hokkaido Region
Area
The Hokkaido region is Japan’s northernmost and largest area, covering about 83,0...
Geography Regional Characteristics of the Kanto Region
Overview of the Kanto Region
Area
The Kanto region is located in the eastern part of Honshu, Japan’s main island, and ...
Geography Regional Characteristics of the Chubu Region
Overview of the Chubu Region
Area
The Chubu region lies in the central part of Honshu, Japan’s main island, and covers...
Geography Regional Characteristics of the Kinki (Kansai) Region
Overview of the Kinki Region
Area
The Kinki region, also known as the Kansai region, is located in the central-western...
Geography Regional Characteristics of the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions
Overview of the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions
Area
The Chugoku and Shikoku regions are located in the western part of th...
Geography Regional Characteristics of Kyushu
Overview of Kyushu
Area
The area of the Kyushu region is about 42,000 square kilometers. This accounts for about one...
Geography Natural Disasters in Japan
Japan is blessed with beautiful nature, but at the same time, it has geographical conditions that make it prone to many ...
Geography Natural Heritage of Japan
Japan is home to a wide range of natural environments, including volcanoes, forests, seas, and wetlands. Among these, pl...
Geography The Climate of Japan
Japan has a wide variety of climates due to its long and narrow shape, mountainous terrain, and the influence of seasona...
Geography The Geography of Japan
Japan is a country surrounded by mountains and seas, with a highly varied terrain. Within its long and narrow archipelag...