Japan Geography

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main islands of Japan? Hokkaidō, Honshū, Kyūshū

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Okinawa

Front

Why do most people in Japan live in coastal lowlands?

Back

Rugged mountains dominate the country

Front

About how many small earthquakes does Japan experience each year?

Back

1,000+

Front

What can undersea earthquakes trigger that can travel at speeds over 250 mph (400 km/h)?

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Tsunamis

Front

What was one major consequence of the 2011 earthquake off Honshū?

Back

A nuclear accident

Front

What is the length of the Shinano River?

Back

225 miles (360 km)

Front

Which river is critical as Tokyo’s drinking water source?

Back

Tone River

Front

Japan features a generally mild climate with which of the following characteristics? Abundant rainfall, Extreme drought, Constant snowfall year-round, Very little humidity

Back

Abundant rainfall

Front

How does the summer monsoon affect the eastern slopes?

Back

Reverses the pattern with warm rains

Front

Which region in Japan is known for dairy cattle farming?

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Hokkaidō