Japan Geography and Demographics

This video provides a concise overview of Japan's geography, covering its numerous islands, population distribution, and exclusive economic zone. It highlights Japan's mountainous terrain, active volcanoes, and frequent natural disasters due to its location on the Pacific Rim of Fire. The video also discusses unique features like Mount Fuji, the populous Tokyo Metropolis, and the Shinano River. The content is structured into three chapters, each focusing on different aspects of Japan's geography.

Which countries are located near Japan?

• India, China, and Russia

• Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand

• Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia

• China, Russia, and the two Koreas

How many islands make up Japan?

• 421

• 6852

• 5000

• 108

What percentage of Japan's population lives on the five largest islands?

• 99.3%

• 50%

• 85%

• 75%

What is Japan's rank in terms of land area size globally?

• 25th

• 45th

• 11th

• 61st

How large is Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ)?

• 2,000,000 km2

• 4,470,000 km2

• 1,000,000 km2

• 3,000,000 km2

What percentage of Japan's area is covered by mountains?

• 80%

• 73%

• 60%

• 50%

How many named mountains and volcanoes are there in Japan?

• 25,000

• 5,000

• 18,000

• 10,000

What is the depth of 50% of Japan's exclusive economic zone?

• 4,000 meters

• 3,000 meters

• 2,000 meters

• 5,000 meters

Which mountain is the highest in Japan?

• Mount Asama

• Mount Fuji

• Mount Haku

• Mount Tate

What is the population of the Greater Tokyo Area?

• 40 million

• 30 million

• 20 million

• 37.3 million