Honshu Coordinates (36.0000° N, 138.0000° E) & Highest Point

Honshu is a notable island in Japan. It is located at approximately 36.0000° N, 138.0000° E. Its highest point is about 3,776 m above sea level.

Location: Japan

Region: East Asia

Type: Island

Coordinates: 36.0000° N, 138.0000° E

Highest point: 3,776 m

Common Questions About Honshu

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Where Honshu is located

Honshu is located in Japan, in the region of East Asia. Its coordinates are approximately 36.0000° N, 138.0000° E.

Honshu importance

This island is considered significant within Japan for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

Honshu geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of Japan. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

Honshu climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

Honshu facts

Reference works often highlight Honshu when explaining the geography of Japan. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryJapan

RegionEast Asia

Coordinates36.0000° N, 138.0000° E

Highest point3,776 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Honshu located?

Honshu is located in Japan, in the region of East Asia.

What type of place is Honshu?

Honshu is a notable island in Japan.

What are the coordinates of Honshu?

Honshu is located at approximately 36.0000° N, 138.0000° E.