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Kure, Hiroshima, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Kure, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
19:05:34 JST
State: Hiroshima
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 214,592
District: Kure-shi

🗺 Map of Kure, Hiroshima, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kure, a city in Hiroshima, 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 Kure 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 Kure.

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 Kure, Hiroshima

📍 LATITUDE
34.232°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
132.567°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.2322° N132.5666° E
Signed Decimal Degrees34.2322132.5666
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 13' 56" N132° 33' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 13.9332' N132° 33.9948' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kure Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:14 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:17 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 2m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:16 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Kure’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,811 km
(2,368 mi) • Kure is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,201 km
(7,581 mi) • Kure is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.232° S, 47.433° W
The point exactly opposite Kure through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kure, you'd surface nearest to Tavares, Brazil, about 474 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 Kure

📍 Location Details

CityKure
StateHiroshima
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictKure-shi
Time Zone+09:00
Founded1902-10-01

📈 Area & Population

Population214,592
Area (km²)353.32 km²
Area (mi²)136.42 mi²
Pop. Density607.36 /km²
Elevation102 m / 335 ft
GPS (DD)34.2322, 132.5666

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kure

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 214,592
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 30 most populous in Hiroshima
📏 Built-Up Area: 353.32 km²
👥 Population Density: 607 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kure 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 Hiroshima.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
EtajimaHiroshimaW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
KumanoHiroshimaN11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
SakaHiroshimaN12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
KaitaichiHiroshimaN15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
KaitaHiroshimaN16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
FuchuHiroshimaN18 km11 mi~18m🗺 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 Kure to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Hiroshima
22 km (13 mi)
NW of Kure • ~22m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
669 km (416 mi)
E of Kure • ~11h 9m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hiroshima

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Hiroshima34.4° N132.45° E16 m0 km🗺 View Map
Fukuyama34.4833° N133.3667° E7 m85 km🗺 View Map
Higashihiroshima34.4086° N132.7368° E217 m26 km🗺 View Map
Onomichi34.4167° N133.2° E52 m69 km🗺 View Map
Hatsukaichi34.35° N132.3333° E4 m12 km🗺 View Map
Mihara34.4° N133.0833° E11 m58 km🗺 View Map
Gion34.4333° N132.4667° E11 m4 km🗺 View Map
Miyoshi34.8° N132.85° E154 m58 km🗺 View Map
Fuchu34.3879° N132.51° E68 m6 km🗺 View Map
Fuchucho34.5735° N133.2351° E33 m75 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport
IATA: IWK
31 km (19 mi) from Kure
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🌍 Kure Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kure Matter

The exact GPS location of Kure gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Hiroshima. 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 Hiroshima state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kure

The satellite view of Kure 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 Kure in Hiroshima

Kure sits within Hiroshima, 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 Kure Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kure 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 Hiroshima. › Browse every city in Hiroshima

💻 Using Kure Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kure 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 Kure Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kure Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kure?

The GPS coordinates of Kure are latitude 34.2322° and longitude 132.5666°. In directional format: 34.2322° N, 132.5666° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kure in Hiroshima and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kure located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kure?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kure sits at: Latitude 34° 13' 56" N and Longitude 132° 33' 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 Kure?

Kure has a population of approximately 214,592 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hiroshima.

🗺 How can I view Kure on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kure is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.2322, 132.5666 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kure in Hiroshima. For broader context, explore the Hiroshima state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kure?

The nearest airport to Kure is Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK), roughly 31 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kure from Hiroshima?

Kure is approximately 22 km (13 mi) from Hiroshima, the capital of Hiroshima, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Hiroshima.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kure?

Kure sits at an elevation of approximately 102 meters (335 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hiroshima.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kure?

The closest cities to Kure include Etajima, Kumano, Saka. 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 Kure today?

Today in Kure, sunrise is at 05:14 AM and sunset is at 07:17 PM, giving a day length of 14h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kure's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kure from the Equator?

Kure is approximately 3,811 km (2,368 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,201 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 Kure?

The antipodal point of Kure — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tavares, Brazil, roughly 474 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 Kure from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Kure is approximately 669 km (416 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.