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Kuji, Iwate, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Kuji, Japan

Friday, 24 July 2026
18:57:34 JST
State: Iwate
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 34,418
District: Kuji Shi

🗺 Map of Kuji, Iwate, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kuji, a city in Iwate, 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 Kuji — 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 Kuji.

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 Kuji, Iwate

📍 LATITUDE
40.188°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
141.769°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.1878° N141.7689° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.1878141.7689
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 11' 16" N141° 46' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 11.2668' N141° 46.1334' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kuji Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:57 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 35m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:39 AM
Calculated for today (24 Jul 2026) from Kuji’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,474 km
(2,780 mi) • Kuji is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,056 km
(7,491 mi) • Kuji is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.188° S, 38.231° W
The point exactly opposite Kuji through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kuji, you'd surface nearest to Barra del Chuy, Uruguay, about 1,521 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 Kuji

📍 Location Details

CityKuji
StateIwate (岩手県)
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictKuji Shi
Time Zone+09:00
Founded1954-11-03

📈 Area & Population

Population34,418
Area (km²)623.50 km²
Area (mi²)240.73 mi²
Pop. Density55.20 /km²
Elevation7 m / 23 ft
GPS (DD)40.1878, 141.7689

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kuji

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 34,418
🏆 State Rank: #11 of 34 most populous in Iwate
📏 Built-Up Area: 623.50 km²
👥 Population Density: 55 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kuji 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 Iwate.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NodaIwateSE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
ŌnoIwateNW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
FudaiIwateSE23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
MinamidaIwateW30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
KarumaiIwateNW30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
TanohataIwateSE32 km20 mi~32m🗺 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 Kuji to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Morioka
76 km (47 mi)
SW of Kuji • ~1h 16m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
532 km (331 mi)
S of Kuji • ~8h 52m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Iwate

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Morioka39.7° N141.15° E138 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ichinoseki38.9167° N141.1333° E30 m87 km🗺 View Map
Ōshu39.1393° N141.1685° E36 m62 km🗺 View Map
Hanamaki39.3833° N141.1167° E77 m35 km🗺 View Map
Kitakami39.2833° N141.1167° E63 m46 km🗺 View Map
Mizusawa39.1333° N141.1333° E64 m63 km🗺 View Map
Takizawa39.8028° N141.1347° E262 m12 km🗺 View Map
Miyako39.6469° N141.9406° E10 m68 km🗺 View Map
Kamaishi39.2769° N141.868° E25 m78 km🗺 View Map
Ōfunato39.0717° N141.7167° E7 m85 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base
IATA: MSJ
67 km (41 mi) from Kuji
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🌍 Kuji Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kuji Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kuji

The satellite view of Kuji 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 Kuji in Iwate

Kuji sits within Iwate, 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 Kuji Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kuji 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 Iwate. › Browse every city in Iwate

💻 Using Kuji Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kuji 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 Kuji Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kuji Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kuji?

The GPS coordinates of Kuji are latitude 40.1878° and longitude 141.7689°. In directional format: 40.1878° N, 141.7689° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kuji in Iwate and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kuji located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kuji?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kuji sits at: Latitude 40° 11' 16" N and Longitude 141° 46' 8" 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 Kuji?

Kuji has a population of approximately 34,418 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Iwate.

🗺 How can I view Kuji on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kuji is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.1878, 141.7689 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kuji in Iwate. For broader context, explore the Iwate state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kuji?

The nearest airport to Kuji is Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base (MSJ), roughly 67 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kuji from Morioka?

Kuji is approximately 76 km (47 mi) from Morioka, the capital of Iwate, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Iwate.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kuji?

Kuji sits at an elevation of approximately 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Iwate.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kuji?

The closest cities to Kuji include Noda, Ōno, Fudai. 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 Kuji today?

Today in Kuji, sunrise is at 04:21 AM and sunset is at 06:57 PM, giving a day length of 14h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kuji's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kuji from the Equator?

Kuji is approximately 4,474 km (2,780 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,056 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 Kuji?

The antipodal point of Kuji — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Barra del Chuy, Uruguay, roughly 1,521 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 Kuji from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Kuji is approximately 532 km (331 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.