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Rishiri Town, Hokkaido, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Rishiri Town, Japan

Friday, 14 August 2026
13:54:20 JST
State: Hokkaido
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 2,684
District: Rishiri Gun

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rishiri Town, 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 Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town.

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 Rishiri Town, Hokkaido

📍 LATITUDE
45.159°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
141.196°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)45.1593° N141.1963° E
Signed Decimal Degrees45.1593141.1963
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)45° 9' 33" N141° 11' 47" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)45° 9.5568' N141° 11.7774' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rishiri Town Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:33 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:46 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 12m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:39 AM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Rishiri Town’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,027 km
(3,124 mi) • Rishiri Town is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
11,083 km
(6,887 mi) • Rishiri Town is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
45.159° S, 38.804° W
The point exactly opposite Rishiri Town through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rishiri Town, you'd surface nearest to Mar del Plata, Argentina, about 1,745 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 Rishiri Town

📍 Location Details

CityRishiri Town
StateHokkaido
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictRishiri Gun
Time Zone+09:00
Founded1956-09-15

📈 Area & Population

Population2,684
Area (km²)76.50 km²
Area (mi²)29.54 mi²
Pop. Density35.08 /km²
Elevation355 m / 1,165 ft
GPS (DD)45.1593, 141.1963

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rishiri Town

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,684
🏆 State Rank: #153 of 182 most populous in Hokkaido
📏 Built-Up Area: 76.50 km²
👥 Population Density: 35 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rishiri Town 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
OshidomariHokkaidoN9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
KafukamuraHokkaidoNW20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
ToyotomiHokkaidoE46 km28 mi~46m🗺 View
WakkanaiHokkaidoNE47 km29 mi~47m🗺 View
TeshioHokkaidoSE53 km33 mi~53m🗺 View
HoronobeHokkaidoE54 km33 mi~54m🗺 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 Rishiri Town to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sapporo
233 km (145 mi)
S of Rishiri Town • ~3h 53m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
1,061 km (659 mi)
S of Rishiri Town • ~17h 41m 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 Rishiri Town, 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
Rishiri Airport
IATA: RIS
9 km (6 mi) from Rishiri Town
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🌍 Rishiri Town Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rishiri Town Matter

The exact GPS location of Rishiri Town 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Hokkaido state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rishiri Town

The satellite view of Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town in Hokkaido

Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rishiri Town 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 Rishiri Town. 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 Rishiri Town Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rishiri Town?

The GPS coordinates of Rishiri Town are latitude 45.1593° and longitude 141.1963°. In directional format: 45.1593° N, 141.1963° E. These coordinates mark the center of Rishiri Town in Hokkaido and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rishiri Town located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rishiri Town?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rishiri Town sits at: Latitude 45° 9' 33" N and Longitude 141° 11' 47" 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 Rishiri Town?

Rishiri Town has a population of approximately 2,684 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hokkaido.

🗺 How can I view Rishiri Town on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rishiri Town is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 45.1593, 141.1963 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rishiri Town in Hokkaido. For broader context, explore the Hokkaido state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rishiri Town?

The nearest airport to Rishiri Town is Rishiri Airport (RIS), roughly 9 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rishiri Town from Sapporo?

Rishiri Town is approximately 233 km (145 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 Rishiri Town?

Rishiri Town sits at an elevation of approximately 355 meters (1,165 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 Rishiri Town?

The closest cities to Rishiri Town include Oshidomari, Kafukamura, Toyotomi. 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 Rishiri Town today?

Today in Rishiri Town, sunrise is at 04:33 AM and sunset is at 06:46 PM, giving a day length of 14h 12m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rishiri Town's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rishiri Town from the Equator?

Rishiri Town is approximately 5,027 km (3,124 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 11,083 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 Rishiri Town?

The antipodal point of Rishiri Town — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mar del Plata, Argentina, roughly 1,745 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 Rishiri Town from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Rishiri Town is approximately 1,061 km (659 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.