๐Ÿ“ Where in Japan?

Test your Japan geography by finding all 47 prefectures on the interactive map. No hints, just your memory and the map.

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Location Challenge

Click prefectures on the map with no hints or tooltips!

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Prefectures

47 prefectures

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Can you locate all prefectures from memory?

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๐Ÿ“š How to Play & Learn Japanese Geography

Master Japanese Geography Through Interactive Play

Where in Japan is an educational geography game designed to help you learn and master the locations of prefectures. Unlike traditional geography quizzes with multiple choice questions, this game challenges you to find prefectures on an interactive map with no hints, testing and improving your spatial memory and geographic knowledge of Japan.

How the Game Works

The game displays a prefecture name at the top of the screen, and your job is to click on that prefecture's location on the Japan map. There are no tooltips, no hints, and no multiple choice options - just you, the map, and your memory. When you click correctly, the prefecture turns green and stays highlighted. If you click the wrong prefecture, it flashes red and you can try again immediately. The game tracks your accuracy, streak, and overall score as you progress through prefectures.

Educational Benefits

This interactive approach to learning Japanese geography is more effective than passive study methods. By actively engaging with the map and receiving immediate feedback, you develop stronger spatial memory and geographic literacy. Students, teachers, and geography enthusiasts use this game to prepare for tests, improve their knowledge of Japanese geography, and challenge themselves to achieve perfect accuracy.

Tips for Success

  • Start with coastal anchors: Hokkaido, Aomori, Niigata, Shizuoka, and Kagoshima are easier to spot along the coastline.
  • Learn by region: Focus on one region at a time - Hokkaido/Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu/Okinawa.
  • Recognize distinctive shapes: Hokkaido, Niigata, and Okinawa have clear outlines.
  • Small prefectures need focus: Kagawa, Osaka, Tokyo, and Kanagawa are compact and close to neighboring prefectures.
  • Use the zoom feature: Zoom in around Kanto and Kansai for accurate clicks.
  • Practice consistently: Daily practice for 5-10 minutes is more effective than occasional long sessions for building lasting geographic knowledge.

Game Features

The game includes several features to enhance your learning experience: zoom and pan controls for detailed map exploration across Japan, a scoring system that rewards accuracy and speed, progress tracking that saves your session, and an optional timer mode for advanced players. You can skip difficult prefectures and return to them later, reset the game to practice again, and view detailed statistics about your performance including accuracy rate and longest streak.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many prefectures are in Japan?

Japan has 47 prefectures, and this game includes all of them.

What are the hardest prefectures to find on the map?

Smaller prefectures like Kagawa, Osaka, Tokyo, and Kanagawa can be tricky. The compact Kansai and Kanto areas benefit from zooming in.

Is this game suitable for students and classroom use?

Yes! Where in Japan is perfect for geography lessons and classroom activities. It's ideal for middle school and high school students learning Japanese geography and regional studies. Teachers can use it as an interactive quiz, homework assignment, or test preparation tool.

How can I improve my Japanese geography knowledge?

Practice regularly with this interactive map game, focusing on one region at a time (Hokkaido/Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu/Okinawa). Study coastlines and island shapes to anchor prefectures in memory.

Does the game include all prefectures?

Yes. This game includes all 47 official prefectures.

Are the names shown in English or local spellings?

We use common English names, and some entries use local spellings where that is the standard form.

Does my progress save if I close the browser?

Yes! Your progress, including completed prefectures, score, and statistics, is automatically saved in your browser's local storage. Your session data remains available for 24 hours, allowing you to take breaks and return to continue your game. After 24 hours, the data expires and you'll start fresh with a new session.

What's the difference between this and other geography games?

Unlike multiple choice quizzes or games with hints, Where in Japan provides a pure geography challenge with no assistance. You must know the actual location of each prefecture on the Japan map - there are no clues, tooltips, or elimination options. This makes it more challenging but also more effective for truly learning Japanese geography.

Can I use this game on mobile devices or tablets?

Yes! The game is fully responsive and works on smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. On touch devices, you can use pinch-to-zoom gestures to zoom in on the map and tap prefectures to select them. The game automatically adjusts for different screen sizes to provide an optimal experience across all devices.

Full list of prefectures (47)

About this game

Where in Japan is a map-based geography challenge where you must click the correct prefectures without hints. Explore more challenges on the Map Games hub or try Capital Rush for a capitals-only challenge.

How the scoring works

Your score rewards accuracy and speed, with streak bonuses for consecutive correct prefectures. The game tracks attempts, accuracy rate, best streak, and completion progress so you can improve over time.

Japan Map: Simplemaps.com