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Hikone, Shiga, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Hikone, Japan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:49:14 JST
State: Shiga
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 113,647
District: Hikone Shi

🗺 Map of Hikone, Shiga, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Hikone, a city in Shiga, 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 Hikone — 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 Hikone.

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 Hikone, Shiga

📍 LATITUDE
35.25°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
136.25°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)35.25° N136.25° E
Signed Decimal Degrees35.25136.25
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)35° 15' 0" N136° 15' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)35° 15' N136° 15' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Hikone Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:57 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:05 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 7m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:01 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Hikone’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,924 km
(2,438 mi) • Hikone is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,386 km
(7,696 mi) • Hikone is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
35.25° S, 43.75° W
The point exactly opposite Hikone through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Hikone, you'd surface nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, about 810 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 Hikone

📍 Location Details

CityHikone
StateShiga
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictHikone Shi
Time Zone+09:00
Founded1937-02-11

📈 Area & Population

Population113,647
Area (km²)196.87 km²
Area (mi²)76.01 mi²
Pop. Density577.27 /km²
Elevation95 m / 312 ft
GPS (DD)35.25, 136.25

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Hikone

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 113,647
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 21 most populous in Shiga
📏 Built-Up Area: 196.87 km²
👥 Population Density: 577 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Hikone 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 Shiga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TagaShigaSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
KoraShigaS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ToyosatoShigaS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
MaibaraShigaN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
EchigawaShigaSW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
NagahamaShigaN15 km9 mi~15m🗺 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 Hikone to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Otsu
45 km (28 mi)
SW of Hikone • ~45m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
315 km (196 mi)
E of Hikone • ~5h 15m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Shiga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Ōtsu35° N135.8667° E131 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kusatsu35.0167° N135.9667° E102 m9 km🗺 View Map
Nagahama35.3833° N136.2667° E86 m56 km🗺 View Map
Youkaichi35.1163° N136.1977° E124 m33 km🗺 View Map
Koka34.9802° N136.1575° E170 m27 km🗺 View Map
Moriyama35.0667° N135.9833° E92 m13 km🗺 View Map
Ōmihachiman35.1286° N136.0976° E91 m25 km🗺 View Map
Ritto35.0275° N135.9997° E107 m12 km🗺 View Map
Konan34.9992° N136.0967° E137 m21 km🗺 View Map
Yasu35.1005° N136.0178° E87 m18 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base
IATA: NKM
61 km (38 mi) from Hikone
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🌍 Hikone Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Hikone Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Hikone

The satellite view of Hikone 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 Hikone in Shiga

Hikone sits within Shiga, 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 Hikone Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Hikone 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 Shiga. › Browse every city in Shiga

💻 Using Hikone Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Hikone 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 Hikone Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Hikone Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Hikone?

The GPS coordinates of Hikone are latitude 35.25° and longitude 136.25°. In directional format: 35.25° N, 136.25° E. These coordinates mark the center of Hikone in Shiga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Hikone located?

Hikone is a city in Shiga, Japan, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Hikone Shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Hikone?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Hikone sits at: Latitude 35° 15' 0" N and Longitude 136° 15' 0" 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 Hikone?

Hikone has a population of approximately 113,647 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Shiga.

🗺 How can I view Hikone on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Hikone is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.25, 136.25 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Hikone in Shiga. For broader context, explore the Shiga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Hikone?

The nearest airport to Hikone is Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base (NKM), roughly 61 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Hikone from Otsu?

Hikone is approximately 45 km (28 mi) from Otsu, the capital of Shiga, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Shiga.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Hikone?

Hikone sits at an elevation of approximately 95 meters (312 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Shiga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Hikone?

The closest cities to Hikone include Taga, Kora, Toyosato. 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 Hikone today?

Today in Hikone, sunrise is at 04:57 AM and sunset is at 07:05 PM, giving a day length of 14h 7m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Hikone's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Hikone from the Equator?

Hikone is approximately 3,924 km (2,438 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,386 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 Hikone?

The antipodal point of Hikone — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mostardas, Brazil, roughly 810 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 Hikone from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Hikone is approximately 315 km (196 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.