Current Date And Time In Arao, Japan
Thursday, 13 August 2026
07:09:21 JST
State: Kumamoto
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 53,675
District: Arao Shi
Explore the interactive satellite map of Arao, a city in Kumamoto, 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 Arao 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 Arao.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 32.9789° N | 130.4457° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 32.9789 | 130.4457 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 32° 58' 44" N | 130° 26' 45" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 32° 58.7328' N | 130° 26.7432' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Arao 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 Kumamoto.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagasu | Kumamoto | S | 5 km | 3 mi | ~5m | 🗺 View |
| Tamana | Kumamoto | E | 13 km | 8 mi | ~13m | 🗺 View |
| Sekimachi | Kumamoto | NE | 13 km | 8 mi | ~13m | 🗺 View |
| Nagaoda | Kumamoto | E | 15 km | 9 mi | ~15m | 🗺 View |
| Konoha | Kumamoto | E | 18 km | 11 mi | ~18m | 🗺 View |
| Yamaga | Kumamoto | E | 23 km | 14 mi | ~23m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Kumamoto, the home state of Arao, along with each city's aerial distance from Kumamoto, Kumamoto's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kumamoto | 32.8059° N | 130.6918° E | 9 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Koto | 32.7786° N | 130.7454° E | 8 m | 6 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Honmachi | 32.5044° N | 130.5995° E | 6 m | 35 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Amakusa | 32.4586° N | 130.1931° E | 6 m | 61 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tamana | 32.9472° N | 130.5745° E | 5 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Koshi | 32.8927° N | 130.7757° E | 71 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Uki | 32.6222° N | 130.6618° E | - | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kikuchi | 32.9833° N | 130.8167° E | 73 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yamaga | 33.0167° N | 130.6891° E | 35 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Okino | 32.8701° N | 130.7917° E | 74 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
Kyushu Saga International Airport IATA: HSG 23 km (14 mi) from Arao |
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The exact GPS location of Arao gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kumamoto. 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 Kumamoto state-level map data
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 Arao are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Arao 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
Arao sits within Kumamoto, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Arao 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 Kumamoto. › Browse every city in Kumamoto
Coordinates for Arao 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
The GPS coordinates of Arao are latitude 32.9789° and longitude 130.4457°. In directional format: 32.9789° N, 130.4457° E. These coordinates mark the center of Arao in Kumamoto and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Arao is a city in Kumamoto, Japan, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Arao Shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Arao sits at: Latitude 32° 58' 44" N and Longitude 130° 26' 45" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Arao has a population of approximately 53,675 people. This is roughly 3.070% of Kumamoto's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kumamoto.
The interactive satellite map of Arao is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 32.9789, 130.4457 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Arao in Kumamoto. For broader context, explore the Kumamoto state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Arao is Kyushu Saga International Airport (HSG), roughly 23 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Arao is approximately 30 km (19 mi) from Kumamoto, the capital of Kumamoto, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kumamoto.
Arao sits at an elevation of approximately 28 meters (92 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kumamoto.
The closest cities to Arao include Nagasu, Tamana, Sekimachi. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Arao, sunrise is at 05:38 AM and sunset is at 07:07 PM, giving a day length of 13h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Arao's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Arao is approximately 3,671 km (2,281 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,181 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Arao — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tavares, Brazil, roughly 237 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.
Arao is approximately 900 km (560 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.