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Taiwa, Miyagi, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Taiwa, Japan

Friday, 24 July 2026
21:39:07 JST
State: Miyagi
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)

🗺 Map of Taiwa, Miyagi, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Taiwa, a city in Miyagi, 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 Taiwa — 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 Taiwa.

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 Taiwa, Miyagi

📍 LATITUDE
38.437°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
140.886°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.4371° N140.8862° E
Signed Decimal Degrees38.4371140.8862
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 26' 14" N140° 53' 10" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 26.2282' N140° 53.1714' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taiwa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:30 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:55 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:42 AM
Calculated for today (24 Jul 2026) from Taiwa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,279 km
(2,659 mi) • Taiwa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,285 km
(7,633 mi) • Taiwa is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.437° S, 39.114° W
The point exactly opposite Taiwa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taiwa, you'd surface nearest to Laguna, Brazil, about 1,423 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 Taiwa

📍 Location Details

CityTaiwa
StateMiyagi (宮城県)
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation20 m / 66 ft
GPS (DD)38.4371, 140.8862

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Taiwa

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taiwa 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 Miyagi.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
YoshiokaMiyagiNW1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
ŌhiraMiyagiN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
TomiyaMiyagiS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
SatohataMiyagiE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
ShikamaMiyagiN13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
RifuMiyagiSE14 km9 mi~14m🗺 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 Taiwa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sendai
19 km (12 mi)
S of Taiwa • ~19m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
323 km (201 mi)
S of Taiwa • ~5h 23m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Miyagi

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sendai38.2667° N140.8667° E53 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ishinomaki38.4167° N141.3° E2 m41 km🗺 View Map
Ōsaki38.5887° N140.973° E20 m37 km🗺 View Map
Natori-shi38.1667° N140.8833° E9 m11 km🗺 View Map
Tome38.7088° N141.1558° E6 m55 km🗺 View Map
Furukawa38.5717° N140.9556° E23 m35 km🗺 View Map
Kurihara38.75° N141° E42 m55 km🗺 View Map
Tagajo-shi38.3° N141° E22 m12 km🗺 View Map
Kesennuma38.9011° N141.5775° E14 m94 km🗺 View Map
Shiogama38.3167° N141.0333° E2 m16 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sendai Airport
IATA: SDJ
33 km (21 mi) from Taiwa
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🌍 Taiwa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Taiwa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Taiwa

The satellite view of Taiwa 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 Taiwa in Miyagi

Taiwa sits within Miyagi, 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 Taiwa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Taiwa 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 Miyagi. › Browse every city in Miyagi

💻 Using Taiwa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Taiwa 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 Taiwa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Taiwa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Taiwa?

The GPS coordinates of Taiwa are latitude 38.4371° and longitude 140.8862°. In directional format: 38.4371° N, 140.8862° E. These coordinates mark the center of Taiwa in Miyagi and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Taiwa located?

Taiwa is a city in Miyagi, Japan, on the continent of Asia. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Taiwa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taiwa sits at: Latitude 38° 26' 14" N and Longitude 140° 53' 10" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Taiwa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Taiwa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.4371, 140.8862 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taiwa in Miyagi. For broader context, explore the Miyagi state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Taiwa?

The nearest airport to Taiwa is Sendai Airport (SDJ), roughly 33 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Taiwa from Sendai?

Taiwa is approximately 19 km (12 mi) from Sendai, the capital of Miyagi, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Miyagi.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Taiwa?

Taiwa sits at an elevation of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Miyagi.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Taiwa?

The closest cities to Taiwa include Yoshioka, Ōhira, Tomiya. 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 Taiwa today?

Today in Taiwa, sunrise is at 04:30 AM and sunset is at 06:55 PM, giving a day length of 14h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taiwa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Taiwa from the Equator?

Taiwa is approximately 4,279 km (2,659 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,285 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 Taiwa?

The antipodal point of Taiwa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Laguna, Brazil, roughly 1,423 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 Taiwa from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Taiwa is approximately 323 km (201 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.