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Asia · 198 DESTINATIONS

Japan

Capital: Tokyo
COUNTRY OVERVIEW

Meet Japan

Japan is in Asia, and its capital is Tokyo. Study the flag in its correct proportions, then connect its design with the country's location and outline.

Asia35.68° N139.76° E
COUNTRY OUTLINE

Outline of Japan

LOCATION

Capital and coordinates

Capital
Tokyo
Region
Asia
Latitude
35.68° N
Longitude
139.76° E
Country code
JP
Collection
198 destinations
FLAG STORY

Design and meaning

Japan's national flag has a crimson disc at the centre of a white field. The disc represents the sun, a symbol closely associated with Japan.

Look closely at the placement of the colours, symbols and flag elements. Describing these features aloud is a simple way to remember the design.

sun discwhite fieldcrimson
QUICK ANSWERS

Questions about Japan

What is the capital of Japan?

The capital of Japan is Tokyo.

Where is Japan?

Japan is in Asia, at approximately 35.68° N, 139.76° E.

What does the flag of Japan show?

Japan's national flag has a crimson disc at the centre of a white field. The disc represents the sun, a symbol closely associated with Japan.

PUBLIC SOURCES

Explore the source material

KOKKI EARTH checks flag and geographic information against material published by public institutions.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan ↗The World Factbook ↗GSI Globe ↗View the Japanese page →