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Kochi, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Kochi, Japan

Wednesday, 22 July 2026
20:33:14 JST
Capital: Kochi-shi
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 757,914
Area: 7,103.93 km²
State Code: KO

States Near To Kochi


Find states and regions closest to Kochi in Japan with precise aerial distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus exact 16-point compass bearing and heading direction. This location intelligence data is used by logistics professionals, supply chain analysts, market researchers, freight operators and travel planners working across Japan and Asia.

Key Benefits: Proximity data for cross-state logistics routing • Distance intelligence for market expansion into adjacent regions • Compass directions for navigation and route planning • Real-world distance units for freight, shipping and aviation use • Strategic decision-making for multi-state operations in Japan

📍 Kochi Geographic & Demographics Profile Summary

To assist regional market researchers, location intelligence professionals and logistics managers in strategic decision-making, we have compiled the key geographic and demographic attributes for Kochi from our regional database:

Capital CityKochi-shi
Total Population757,914
Land Area7,104 km²
Population Density28.40 / km²
Center Latitude33.5589° N
Center Longitude133.5312° E
Average Elevation4 m (12 ft)
UTC Time Zone+09:00
FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Ehime Ehime43 mi69 km37 nm
West (W)
National Flag Of Kagawa Kagawa54 mi86 km47 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Tokushima Tokushima69 mi110 km60 nm
East-northeast (ENE)
National Flag Of Okayama Okayama79 mi127 km69 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Hiroshima Hiroshima84 mi135 km73 nm
Northwest (NW)
National Flag Of Wakayama Wakayama105 mi169 km91 nm
East-northeast (ENE)
National Flag Of Hyogo Hyogo107 mi172 km93 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Oita Oita113 mi182 km98 nm
West (W)
National Flag Of Shimane Shimane120 mi193 km104 nm
North-northwest (NNW)
National Flag Of Yamaguchi Yamaguchi126 mi202 km109 nm
West-northwest (WNW)

Countries Near To Kochi


Explore countries nearest to Kochi by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Kochi supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.

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FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of South Korea South Korea586 mi943 km509 nm
West (W)
National Flag Of North Korea North Korea648 mi1,043 km563 nm
West-northwest (WNW)
National Flag Of Taiwan Taiwan1,345 mi2,164 km1,168 nm
Southwest (SW)
National Flag Of Northern Mariana Islands Northern Mariana Islands1,375 mi2,213 km1,194 nm
South-southeast (SSE)
National Flag Of Guam Guam1,627 mi2,618 km1,413 nm
South-southeast (SSE)

📊 Nearby States – Population & Area Comparison

Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Kochi. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.

StateCountryPopulationArea (km²)Density (per km²)
Kochi (You)Japan757,9147,10428.40
EhimeJapan5,676
KagawaJapan1,862
TokushimaJapan4,145
OkayamaJapan7,113
HiroshimaJapan8,477
WakayamaJapan4,726
HyogoJapan8,401
OitaJapan6,341
ShimaneJapan6,708
YamaguchiJapan6,111

🏆 Japan State Rankings

How does Kochi rank within Japan? The top 10 states by population, land area and density are listed below — useful for regional benchmarking, investment prioritization and market-entry decisions. States where Kochi appears are highlighted with ⭐.

👥 Most Populous States

StatePopulation
Kanagawa9,097,401
Kyoto2,578,087
Miyagi2,301,996
Niigata2,131,009
Nagano2,052,493
Mie1,781,948
Kumamoto1,748,134
Kagoshima1,564,175
Nara1,321,805
Nagasaki1,314,078

📏 Largest States by Area

StateArea (km²)
Hokkaido78,421
Iwate15,275
Fukushima13,784
Nagano13,585
Niigata12,582
Akita11,638
Gifu10,621
Aomori9,646
Yamagata9,323
Kagoshima9,132

🏙 Most Densely Populated

StateDensity/km²
Kanagawa1,474.11
Nara168.54
Kyoto162.18
Miyagi108.35
Kumamoto92.82
Mie83.03
Nagano64.27
Miyazaki49.69
Niigata42.03
Kochi ⭐28.40
States By Alphabets
Compass Directions Rose
N (North)
0° or 360° - Directly facing the North Pole
NNE (North-Northeast)
22.5° - Direction midway between North and Northeast
NE (Northeast)
45° - Direction midway between North and East
ENE (East-Northeast)
67.5° - Direction midway between Northeast and East
E (East)
90° - Directly facing sunrise
ESE (East-Southeast)
112.5° - Direction midway between East and Southeast
SE (Southeast)
135° - Direction midway between East and South
SSE (South-Southeast)
157.5° - Direction midway between Southeast and South
S (South)
180° - Directly facing the South Pole
SSW (South-Southwest)
202.5° - Direction midway between South and Southwest
SW (Southwest)
225° - Direction midway between South and West
WSW (West-Southwest)
247.5° - Direction midway between Southwest and West
W (West)
270° - Directly facing sunset
WNW (West-Northwest)
292.5° - Direction midway between West and Northwest
NW (Northwest)
315° - Direction midway between West and North
NNW (North-Northwest)
337.5° - Direction midway between Northwest and North

🗺 Nearby States Distance Guide – Kochi, Japan

🌍 Geographic Proximity & Location Intelligence

Kochi is a state or region within Japan in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Kochi is essential for regional market intelligence, inter-state trade corridor analysis, distribution network planning and cross-border logistics coordination. Distances are computed using the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial path between two geographic coordinates on Earth. View the nearby states or nearby countries above.

📏 Distance Units Explained

  • Miles (mi): Imperial distance unit used in the US, UK and aviation industries
  • Kilometers (km): Global metric standard for scientific, logistics and navigation use
  • Nautical Miles (nm): Used in maritime shipping, aviation routing and international navigation
  • Compass Bearing: 16-point compass rose showing exact heading from Kochi to each nearby state or country — see the distance

📉 Business & Logistics Applications

  • Supply Chain Optimization: Plan efficient distribution routes from Kochi to adjacent regions
  • Market Expansion: Identify the nearest markets for regional business growth and territory mapping
  • Freight & Cargo: Estimate inter-state transport distances for road, rail and air freight
  • Site Selection: Choose warehouse or hub locations based on proximity to neighboring states
  • Cross-State Partnerships: Identify collaborators in adjacent states of Japan — see Japan state rankings

🌎 Nearby Countries from Kochi

This page also lists countries nearest to Kochi by aerial distance. You can also explore the full countries near Japan page. Cross-border proximity data supports import/export planning, international market entry, travel corridor analysis and emergency logistics coordination across Asia.

📍 Compass Directions Explained

Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Kochi using the 16-point compass rose (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW). The bearing angle (0°–360°) is shown with a rotating arrow — see the states and countries above. Useful for aviation planning, maritime navigation, overland trucking and understanding the spatial layout around Kochi.

✈️ Travel & Tourism Intelligence

Knowing the distance from Kochi to neighboring states helps travel professionals, tour operators, hospitality businesses and travelers plan efficient itineraries across Japan. Also compare population and area data of nearby states.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Kochi MapView the Kochi satellite map with GPS coordinates for precise location planning.
🏙️ Cities in KochiExplore all cities and towns in Kochi for urban market analysis.
🏳️ Japan Country DataGet complete Japan data including population, area, currency and timezone.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Nearby States of Kochi

How is the distance from Kochi to nearby states calculated?

Distances use the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial distance between two geographic coordinate points on Earth. Calculations use the latitude and longitude center point of each state. Results are shown in miles, kilometers and nautical miles. View the Kochi map for exact GPS coordinates.

What does the compass direction from Kochi mean?

The compass heading shows the bearing from Kochi to each neighboring state or country using the 16-point compass rose. The rotating arrow shows the degree bearing (0°–360°), where 0°/360° is North, 90° East, 180° South and 270° West. See the states table and countries table above.

Which states are closest to Kochi in Japan?

See the States Near To Kochi table above. Each row shows the state name, flag, distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus the compass direction and bearing symbol. You can also view the countries nearest to Kochi below the states table, or compare all Japan states by area, population and density.

Why is nearby states data useful for business and logistics in Japan?

For supply chain managers, freight companies, market research analysts and regional business developers, state-level proximity data is critical for distribution hub placement, delivery route optimization, sales territory planning and identifying the fastest overland routes between markets in Asia. Use the population & area comparison and Japan state rankings on this page for deeper regional analysis. Also explore country population data, country area rankings and country timezones.