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Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Iwaki, Japan

Monday, 07 September 2026
21:34:08 JST
State: Fukushima
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 357,309
District: Iwaki-shi

🗺 Map of Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Iwaki, a city in Fukushima, 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 Iwaki — 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 Iwaki.

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 Iwaki, Fukushima

📍 LATITUDE
37.05°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
140.883°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)37.05° N140.8833° E
Signed Decimal Degrees37.05140.8833
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)37° 2' 60" N140° 52' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)37° 3' N140° 52.9998' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Iwaki Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:10 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:58 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 48m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:34 AM
Calculated for today (07 Sep 2026) from Iwaki’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,124 km
(2,563 mi) • Iwaki is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,517 km
(7,778 mi) • Iwaki is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
37.05° S, 39.117° W
The point exactly opposite Iwaki through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Iwaki, you'd surface nearest to Laguna, Brazil, about 1,312 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 Iwaki

📍 Location Details

CityIwaki
StateFukushima
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictIwaki-shi
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population357,309
Elevation9 m / 30 ft
GPS (DD)37.05, 140.8833

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Iwaki

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 357,309
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 62 most populous in Fukushima

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Iwaki 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 Fukushima.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ŌyauchiFukushimaNE19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
IdeFukushimaN28 km18 mi~28m🗺 View
TakanukiFukushimaW31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
KitakataFukushimaNW31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
ShimokawauchiFukushimaN32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
TomiokaFukushimaN34 km21 mi~34m🗺 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 Iwaki to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Fukushima
86 km (53 mi)
NW of Iwaki • ~1h 26m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
185 km (115 mi)
SW of Iwaki • ~3h 5m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Fukushima

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Koriyama37.4° N140.3833° E236 m40 km🗺 View Map
Fukushima37.75° N140.4667° E77 m0 km🗺 View Map
Aizu-Wakamatsu37.4914° N139.9455° E238 m54 km🗺 View Map
Sukagawa37.2833° N140.3833° E261 m52 km🗺 View Map
Date37.8167° N140.5° E58 m8 km🗺 View Map
Shirakawa37.1195° N140.2621° E323 m72 km🗺 View Map
Minami-Soma37.6291° N140.9787° E27 m47 km🗺 View Map
Nihommatsu37.5833° N140.4333° E224 m19 km🗺 View Map
Kitakata37.65° N139.8667° E207 m54 km🗺 View Map
Tamura37.4306° N140.6034° E468 m38 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Fukushima Airport
IATA: FKS
45 km (28 mi) from Iwaki
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🌍 Iwaki Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Iwaki Matter

The exact GPS location of Iwaki gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Fukushima. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Fukushima state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Iwaki 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 Iwaki are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Iwaki

The satellite view of Iwaki 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 Iwaki in Fukushima

Iwaki sits within Fukushima, 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 Iwaki Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Iwaki 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 Fukushima. › Browse every city in Fukushima

💻 Using Iwaki Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Iwaki 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 Iwaki Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Iwaki 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 Iwaki. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Fukushima CitiesAccess the full city directory for Fukushima ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Iwaki Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Iwaki?

The GPS coordinates of Iwaki are latitude 37.05° and longitude 140.8833°. In directional format: 37.05° N, 140.8833° E. These coordinates mark the center of Iwaki in Fukushima and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Iwaki located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Iwaki?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Iwaki sits at: Latitude 37° 2' 60" N and Longitude 140° 52' 60" 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 Iwaki?

Iwaki has a population of approximately 357,309 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Fukushima.

🗺 How can I view Iwaki on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Iwaki is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.05, 140.8833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Iwaki in Fukushima. For broader context, explore the Fukushima state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Iwaki?

The nearest airport to Iwaki is Fukushima Airport (FKS), roughly 45 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Iwaki from Fukushima?

Iwaki is approximately 86 km (53 mi) from Fukushima, the capital of Fukushima, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Fukushima.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Iwaki?

Iwaki sits at an elevation of approximately 9 meters (30 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Fukushima.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Iwaki?

The closest cities to Iwaki include Ōyauchi, Ide, Takanuki. 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 Iwaki today?

Today in Iwaki, sunrise is at 05:10 AM and sunset is at 05:58 PM, giving a day length of 12h 48m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Iwaki's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Iwaki from the Equator?

Iwaki is approximately 4,124 km (2,563 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,517 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 Iwaki?

The antipodal point of Iwaki — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Laguna, Brazil, roughly 1,312 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 Iwaki from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Iwaki is approximately 185 km (115 mi) SW of Tokyo, the national capital of Japan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.