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Kawai, Nara, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Kawai, Japan

Thursday, 13 August 2026
21:15:58 JST
State: Nara
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 1,176
District: Yoshino-gun

🗺 Map of Kawai, Nara, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kawai, a city in Nara, 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 Kawai 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 Kawai.

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 Kawai, Nara

📍 LATITUDE
34.247°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
135.859°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.2468° N135.8586° E
Signed Decimal Degrees34.2468135.8586
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 14' 49" N135° 51' 31" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 14.8086' N135° 51.5184' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kawai Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:14 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 33m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:01 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Kawai’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,812 km
(2,369 mi) • Kawai is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,502 km
(7,768 mi) • Kawai is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.247° S, 44.141° W
The point exactly opposite Kawai through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kawai, you'd surface nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, about 724 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 Kawai

📍 Location Details

CityKawai
StateNara (λ‚˜λΌ ν˜„)
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictYoshino-gun
Time Zone+09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,176
Elevation726 m / 2,382 ft
GPS (DD)34.2468, 135.8586

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kawai

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,176
🏆 State Rank: #36 of 39 most populous in Nara
🏠 Share of Nara Population: 0.089%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kawai 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 Nara.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AkatakiNaraN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
TakaharaNaraNE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
ShimoichiNaraNW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
Yoshino-choNaraN17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
ShimobuchiNaraNW17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
OyodoNaraN17 km11 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 Kawai to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
384 km (239 mi)
NE of Kawai • ~6h 24m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Nara

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Nara-shi34.6851° N135.8049° E68 m-🗺 View Map
Kashihara-shi34.509° N135.7929° E65 m-🗺 View Map
Kashiwara34.45° N135.7667° E83 m-🗺 View Map
Ikoma34.6833° N135.7° E146 m-🗺 View Map
Yamatokoriyama34.6066° N135.7703° E42 m-🗺 View Map
Kashiba34.5347° N135.7093° E58 m-🗺 View Map
Tenri34.5833° N135.8333° E56 m-🗺 View Map
Yamato-Takada34.5167° N135.75° E56 m-🗺 View Map
Sakurai34.5° N135.85° E108 m-🗺 View Map
Katsuragi34.4856° N135.697° E270 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kansai International Airport
IATA: KIX
60 km (37 mi) from Kawai
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🌍 Kawai Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kawai Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kawai

The satellite view of Kawai 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 Kawai in Nara

Kawai sits within Nara, 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 Kawai Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kawai 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 Nara. › Browse every city in Nara

💻 Using Kawai Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kawai 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 Kawai Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kawai Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kawai?

The GPS coordinates of Kawai are latitude 34.2468° and longitude 135.8586°. In directional format: 34.2468° N, 135.8586° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kawai in Nara and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kawai located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kawai?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kawai sits at: Latitude 34° 14' 49" N and Longitude 135° 51' 31" 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 Kawai?

Kawai has a population of approximately 1,176 people. This is roughly 0.089% of Nara's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Nara.

🗺 How can I view Kawai on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kawai is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.2468, 135.8586 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kawai in Nara. For broader context, explore the Nara state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kawai?

The nearest airport to Kawai is Kansai International Airport (KIX), roughly 60 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kawai?

Kawai sits at an elevation of approximately 726 meters (2,382 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Nara.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kawai?

The closest cities to Kawai include Akataki, Takahara, Shimoichi. 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 Kawai today?

Today in Kawai, sunrise is at 05:14 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM, giving a day length of 13h 33m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kawai's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kawai from the Equator?

Kawai is approximately 3,812 km (2,369 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,502 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 Kawai?

The antipodal point of Kawai — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, roughly 724 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 Kawai from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Kawai is approximately 384 km (239 mi) NE of Tokyo, the national capital of Japan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.