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Country Details

Description: Steeped in centuries of Asian culture and history, Japan, an archipelago of 4 major and over 4,000 smaller islands, is mostly mountainous with only 15% of the land cultivable. Even though it lacks natural resources, Japan is one of the world's major economic forces. Its overseas investments and high-quality automobile and electronic products cover the planet. Visitors enjoy the fast-paced culture of Tokyo and Osaka, the rural coastal villages and wilderness areas, and most of all...the courteous and respectful Japanese people.

Quick Facts and Figures

Official Name Japan

Capital City Tokyo

Languages Japanese

Official Currency Yen

Religions Buddhist, Shinto, others

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Population 128,000,000

Land Area 376,520 sq km (145,374 sq miles)

Highest Point Fujiyama (Mt. Fuji) (3,776 meters)

Time and Date in Tokyo

Maps

Asian Continent Map here

Japan Map, CIA version here

Japan Outline Map here

Questions

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CIA detailed Japan information here!