Japan
Japan
People: Japanese
Japan is an island nation of over 6,800 islands, blending ancient temples and traditions with some of the world's most advanced technology. Japan is located in Eastern Asia and has a population of around 123.2 million. Its capital city is Tokyo, and the most widely spoken official language is Japanese. As an island nation, Japan has no land borders.
Japan — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Japan |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Tokyo |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Eastern Asia |
| Population | 123,210,000 |
| Area | 377,930 km² |
| Currency | Japanese yen (JPY) ¥ |
| Official Language | Japanese |
| Dialling Code | +81 |
| Internet TLD | .jp |
| Timezone | UTC+09:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 110 (police) / 119 (fire & ambulance) |
| ISO Code | JP / JPN |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
Travelling to Japan?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Japan
What is the capital of Japan?
The capital of Japan is Tokyo.
What currency does Japan use?
Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY, symbol: ¥).
What language do they speak in Japan?
The official language of Japan is Japanese.
What is the dialling code for Japan?
The international dialling code for Japan is +81.
What side of the road does Japan drive on?
Japan drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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