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Current Date And Time In Minowa, Japan

Saturday, 25 July 2026
06:39:58 JST
State: Nagano
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)

🗺 Map of Minowa, Nagano, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Minowa, a city in Nagano, 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 Minowa — 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 Minowa.

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 Minowa, Nagano

📍 LATITUDE
35.915°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
137.982°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)35.9151° N137.9819° E
Signed Decimal Degrees35.9151137.9819
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)35° 54' 54" N137° 58' 55" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)35° 54.9045' N137° 58.9145' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Minowa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:48 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:00 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 11m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:54 AM
Calculated for today (25 Jul 2026) from Minowa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,998 km
(2,484 mi) • Minowa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,440 km
(7,730 mi) • Minowa is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
35.915° S, 42.018° W
The point exactly opposite Minowa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Minowa, you'd surface nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, about 982 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 Minowa

📍 Location Details

CityMinowa
StateNagano (나가노 현)
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation712 m / 2,337 ft
GPS (DD)35.9151, 137.9819

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Minowa

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Minowa 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 Nagano.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KinoshitaNaganoS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
MinamiminowaNaganoS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
TatsunoNaganoN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
InaNaganoS10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
OkayaNaganoN17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
MiyadaNaganoS17 km10 mi~17m🗺 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 Minowa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Nagano
84 km (52 mi)
N of Minowa • ~1h 24m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
156 km (97 mi)
E of Minowa • ~2h 36m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Nagano

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Nagano36.65° N138.1833° E372 m0 km🗺 View Map
Matsumoto36.2333° N137.9667° E593 m50 km🗺 View Map
Ueda36.4027° N138.2816° E536 m29 km🗺 View Map
Iida35.5197° N137.8207° E517 m130 km🗺 View Map
Saku36.2167° N138.4833° E684 m55 km🗺 View Map
Azumino36.2882° N137.8871° E568 m48 km🗺 View Map
Ina35.8276° N137.9538° E638 m94 km🗺 View Map
Shiojiri36.1° N137.9667° E729 m64 km🗺 View Map
Chikuma36.5272° N138.0894° E388 m16 km🗺 View Map
Chino35.9944° N138.1543° E801 m73 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport
IATA: MMJ
28 km (18 mi) from Minowa
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🌍 Minowa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Minowa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Minowa

The satellite view of Minowa 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 Minowa in Nagano

Minowa sits within Nagano, 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 Minowa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Minowa 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 Nagano. › Browse every city in Nagano

💻 Using Minowa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Minowa 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 Minowa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Minowa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Minowa?

The GPS coordinates of Minowa are latitude 35.9151° and longitude 137.9819°. In directional format: 35.9151° N, 137.9819° E. These coordinates mark the center of Minowa in Nagano and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Minowa located?

Minowa is a city in Nagano, 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 Minowa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Minowa sits at: Latitude 35° 54' 54" N and Longitude 137° 58' 55" 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 Minowa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Minowa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.9151, 137.9819 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Minowa in Nagano. For broader context, explore the Nagano state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Minowa?

The nearest airport to Minowa is Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), roughly 28 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Minowa from Nagano?

Minowa is approximately 84 km (52 mi) from Nagano, the capital of Nagano, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Nagano.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Minowa?

Minowa sits at an elevation of approximately 712 meters (2,337 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Nagano.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Minowa?

The closest cities to Minowa include Kinoshita, Minamiminowa, Tatsuno. 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 Minowa today?

Today in Minowa, sunrise is at 04:48 AM and sunset is at 07:00 PM, giving a day length of 14h 11m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Minowa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Minowa from the Equator?

Minowa is approximately 3,998 km (2,484 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,440 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 Minowa?

The antipodal point of Minowa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, roughly 982 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 Minowa from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Minowa is approximately 156 km (97 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.