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Echizen, Fukui, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Echizen, Japan

Thursday, 13 August 2026
09:10:42 JST
State: Fukui
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 83,078
District: Echizen Shi

🗺 Map of Echizen, Fukui, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Echizen, a city in Fukui, Japan, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Echizen β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Echizen.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Japan operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Echizen, Fukui

📍 LATITUDE
35.886°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
136.171°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)35.8857° N136.1707° E
Signed Decimal Degrees35.8857136.1707
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)35° 53' 9" N136° 10' 15" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)35° 53.1426' N136° 10.2438' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Echizen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:10 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 38m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:00 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Echizen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Echizen’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,995 km
(2,482 mi) • Echizen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,281 km
(7,631 mi) • Echizen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
35.886° S, 43.829° W
The point exactly opposite Echizen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Echizen, you'd surface nearest to Tavares, Brazil, about 845 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Echizen

📍 Location Details

CityEchizen
StateFukui
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictEchizen Shi
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population83,078
Elevation40 m / 131 ft
GPS (DD)35.8857, 136.1707

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Echizen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Fukui
Parent Country: Japan

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 83,078
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 20 most populous in Fukui

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Echizen to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Fukui.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TakefuFukuiN2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
HarueFukuiE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
SabaeFukuiN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
AsahiFukuiNW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
YunooFukuiS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
IkedaFukuiE15 km10 mi~15m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Echizen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Fukui
20 km (13 mi)
N of Echizen • ~20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
318 km (198 mi)
E of Echizen • ~5h 18m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Fukui

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Fukui, the home state of Echizen, along with each city's aerial distance from Fukui, Fukui's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Fukui-shi36.0644° N136.2226° E15 m0 km🗺 View Map
Sakai36.1473° N136.1941° E5 m10 km🗺 View Map
Takefu35.9039° N136.1669° E34 m18 km🗺 View Map
Tsuruga35.653° N136.0633° E12 m48 km🗺 View Map
Sabae35.9465° N136.185° E27 m13 km🗺 View Map
Ono35.9811° N136.4873° E175 m26 km🗺 View Map
Maruoka36.1534° N136.2703° E13 m11 km🗺 View Map
Obama35.4958° N135.746° E3 m76 km🗺 View Map
Awara36.2231° N136.1924° E5 m18 km🗺 View Map
Katsuyama36.0617° N136.501° E130 m25 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base
IATA: KMQ
60 km (37 mi) from Echizen
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🌍 Echizen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Echizen Matter

The exact GPS location of Echizen gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Fukui. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Fukui state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Echizen Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Echizen are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Echizen

The satellite view of Echizen lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Japan map

🌎 Regional Position of Echizen in Fukui

Echizen sits within Fukui, Japan, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Echizen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Echizen for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Fukui. › Browse every city in Fukui

💻 Using Echizen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Echizen in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Japan. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Echizen Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Echizen directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Echizen. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Fukui CitiesAccess the full city directory for Fukui ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Echizen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Echizen?

The GPS coordinates of Echizen are latitude 35.8857° and longitude 136.1707°. In directional format: 35.8857° N, 136.1707° E. These coordinates mark the center of Echizen in Fukui and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Echizen located?

Echizen is a city in Fukui, Japan, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Echizen Shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Echizen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Echizen sits at: Latitude 35° 53' 9" N and Longitude 136° 10' 15" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Echizen?

Echizen has a population of approximately 83,078 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Fukui.

🗺 How can I view Echizen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Echizen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.8857, 136.1707 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Echizen in Fukui. For broader context, explore the Fukui state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Echizen?

The nearest airport to Echizen is Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base (KMQ), roughly 60 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Echizen from Fukui?

Echizen is approximately 20 km (13 mi) from Fukui, the capital of Fukui, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Fukui.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Echizen?

Echizen sits at an elevation of approximately 40 meters (131 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Fukui.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Echizen?

The closest cities to Echizen include Takefu, Harue, Sabae. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Echizen today?

Today in Echizen, sunrise is at 05:10 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM, giving a day length of 13h 38m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Echizen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Echizen from the Equator?

Echizen is approximately 3,995 km (2,482 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,281 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Echizen?

The antipodal point of Echizen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tavares, Brazil, roughly 845 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Echizen from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Echizen is approximately 318 km (198 mi) E of Tokyo, the national capital of Japan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.