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Minamida, Iwate, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Minamida, Japan

Saturday, 15 August 2026
09:59:52 JST
State: Iwate
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 5,378
District: Kunohe-gun

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Minamida, 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 Minamida — 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 Minamida.

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 Minamida, Iwate

📍 LATITUDE
40.215°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
141.418°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.2152° N141.4185° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.2152141.4185
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 12' 55" N141° 25' 6" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 12.9096' N141° 25.107' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Minamida Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:43 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:33 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 50m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:38 AM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Minamida’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,477 km
(2,782 mi) • Minamida is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,022 km
(7,470 mi) • Minamida is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.215° S, 38.582° W
The point exactly opposite Minamida through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Minamida, you'd surface nearest to Barra del Chuy, Uruguay, about 1,495 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 Minamida

📍 Location Details

CityMinamida
StateIwate (岩手県)
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictKunohe-gun
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,378
Elevation287 m / 942 ft
GPS (DD)40.2152, 141.4185

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Minamida

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,378
🏆 State Rank: #29 of 34 most populous in Iwate

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Minamida 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
IchinoheIwateW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
NinoheIwateNW12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
KarumaiIwateN12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
KuzumakiIwateS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
ŌnoIwateNE19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
KujiIwateE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 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 Minamida to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Morioka
62 km (38 mi)
S of Minamida • ~1h 2m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
525 km (327 mi)
S of Minamida • ~8h 45m 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 Minamida, 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
54 km (34 mi) from Minamida
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🌍 Minamida Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Minamida Matter

The exact GPS location of Minamida 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 Minamida 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 Minamida are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Minamida

The satellite view of Minamida 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 Minamida in Iwate

Minamida 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 Minamida Coordinates

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

Coordinates for Minamida 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 Minamida Map Data

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

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Minamida?

The GPS coordinates of Minamida are latitude 40.2152° and longitude 141.4185°. In directional format: 40.2152° N, 141.4185° E. These coordinates mark the center of Minamida in Iwate and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Minamida located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Minamida?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Minamida sits at: Latitude 40° 12' 55" N and Longitude 141° 25' 6" 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 Minamida?

Minamida has a population of approximately 5,378 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Iwate.

🗺 How can I view Minamida on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Minamida is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.2152, 141.4185 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Minamida in Iwate. For broader context, explore the Iwate state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Minamida?

The nearest airport to Minamida is Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base (MSJ), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Minamida from Morioka?

Minamida is approximately 62 km (38 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 Minamida?

Minamida sits at an elevation of approximately 287 meters (942 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 Minamida?

The closest cities to Minamida include Ichinohe, Ninohe, Karumai. 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 Minamida today?

Today in Minamida, sunrise is at 04:43 AM and sunset is at 06:33 PM, giving a day length of 13h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Minamida's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Minamida from the Equator?

Minamida is approximately 4,477 km (2,782 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,022 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 Minamida?

The antipodal point of Minamida — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Barra del Chuy, Uruguay, roughly 1,495 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 Minamida from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Minamida is approximately 525 km (327 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.