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Esashi, Hokkaido, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Esashi, Japan

Friday, 14 August 2026
19:45:13 JST
State: Hokkaido
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 8,578
District: Esashi Gun

🗺 Map of Esashi, Hokkaido, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Esashi, a city in Hokkaido, 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 Esashi — 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 Esashi.

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 Esashi, Hokkaido

📍 LATITUDE
44.935°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
142.585°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)44.9353° N142.5847° E
Signed Decimal Degrees44.9353142.5847
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)44° 56' 7" N142° 35' 5" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)44° 56.1168' N142° 35.0832' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Esashi Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:28 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:40 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 11m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:34 AM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Esashi’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,002 km
(3,108 mi) • Esashi is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
11,236 km
(6,982 mi) • Esashi is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
44.935° S, 37.415° W
The point exactly opposite Esashi through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Esashi, you'd surface nearest to La Paloma, Uruguay, about 1,825 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 Esashi

📍 Location Details

CityEsashi
StateHokkaido
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictEsashi Gun
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population8,578
Elevation1 m / 3 ft
GPS (DD)44.9353, 142.5847

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Esashi

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,578
🏆 State Rank: #63 of 182 most populous in Hokkaido

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Esashi 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 Hokkaido.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NakatonbetsuHokkaidoW23 km15 mi~23m🗺 View
HamatonbetsuHokkaidoNW27 km17 mi~27m🗺 View
OtoineppuHokkaidoSW34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
NakagawaHokkaidoW42 km26 mi~42m🗺 View
ŌmuHokkaidoSE50 km31 mi~50m🗺 View
KaribetsuHokkaidoNW50 km31 mi~50m🗺 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 Esashi to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sapporo
230 km (143 mi)
SW of Esashi • ~3h 50m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
1,057 km (657 mi)
S of Esashi • ~17h 37m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hokkaido

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sapporo43.0667° N141.35° E26 m0 km🗺 View Map
Asahikawa43.7706° N142.3649° E121 m113 km🗺 View Map
Hakodate41.7758° N140.7367° E5 m152 km🗺 View Map
Tomakomai42.6369° N141.6033° E7 m52 km🗺 View Map
Kushiro42.975° N144.3747° E6 m246 km🗺 View Map
Obihiro42.9172° N143.2044° E44 m152 km🗺 View Map
Ebetsu43.1081° N141.5506° E12 m17 km🗺 View Map
Kitami43.8031° N143.8908° E79 m221 km🗺 View Map
Otaru43.1894° N141.0022° E30 m31 km🗺 View Map
Chitose42.8194° N141.6522° E15 m37 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Wakkanai Airport
IATA: WKJ
81 km (50 mi) from Esashi
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🌍 Esashi Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Esashi Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Esashi

The satellite view of Esashi 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 Esashi in Hokkaido

Esashi sits within Hokkaido, 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 Esashi Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Esashi 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 Hokkaido. › Browse every city in Hokkaido

💻 Using Esashi Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Esashi 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 Esashi Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Esashi Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Esashi?

The GPS coordinates of Esashi are latitude 44.9353° and longitude 142.5847°. In directional format: 44.9353° N, 142.5847° E. These coordinates mark the center of Esashi in Hokkaido and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Esashi located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Esashi?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Esashi sits at: Latitude 44° 56' 7" N and Longitude 142° 35' 5" 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 Esashi?

Esashi has a population of approximately 8,578 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hokkaido.

🗺 How can I view Esashi on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Esashi is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 44.9353, 142.5847 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Esashi in Hokkaido. For broader context, explore the Hokkaido state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Esashi?

The nearest airport to Esashi is Wakkanai Airport (WKJ), roughly 81 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Esashi from Sapporo?

Esashi is approximately 230 km (143 mi) from Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Hokkaido.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Esashi?

Esashi sits at an elevation of approximately 1 meters (3 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hokkaido.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Esashi?

The closest cities to Esashi include Nakatonbetsu, Hamatonbetsu, Otoineppu. 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 Esashi today?

Today in Esashi, sunrise is at 04:28 AM and sunset is at 06:40 PM, giving a day length of 14h 11m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Esashi's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Esashi from the Equator?

Esashi is approximately 5,002 km (3,108 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 11,236 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 Esashi?

The antipodal point of Esashi — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to La Paloma, Uruguay, roughly 1,825 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 Esashi from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Esashi is approximately 1,057 km (657 mi) S of Tokyo, the national capital of Japan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.