Welcome to Japan 🇯🇵 — a remarkable destination in Eastern Asia. Its official name is Japan, and today around 124.0 million people call this Asia nation home, spread across roughly 377,930 km² of territory.
Below is your complete country profile for Japan: key statistics, an introduction to Tokyo, an interactive map, cultural notes and answers to the questions people most often ask about this corner of Asia.
Geography of Japan
Japan lies in Eastern Asia, in the Asia region of the world. Measuring roughly 377,930 square kilometres, it ranks 63rd in the world by total area.
Japan has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
Tokyo serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Japan has to offer.
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People, language and culture
Japan is home to approximately 124.0 million residents — the 12th largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Japaneses.
The main language spoken here is Japanese. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Japan rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Currency, travel and practical facts
The official currency is the Japanese yen (JPY, symbol ¥). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Japan is +81. Websites from the country typically use the .jp internet domain.
If Japan came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Tokyo) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Japan
- Japan's flag emoji is 🇯🇵 — its two-letter country code is JP and its three-letter code is JPN.
- Japan covers 377,930 km², ranking 63rd in the world by area.
- With about 124.0 million people, Japan holds the 12th spot in the world population ranking.
- Japan is a member state of the United Nations.
- Japan is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Japan — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Japan?
- The capital of Japan is Tokyo.
- What is the population of Japan?
- Japan has a population of approximately 123,975,371 people, ranking 12th in the world.
- Where is Japan located?
- Japan is located in Eastern Asia, part of the Asia region.
- What language is spoken in Japan?
- The main language spoken in Japan is Japanese.
- What currency is used in Japan?
- Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY).
