Japan Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Tokyo, Shibuya and you would surface in the Atlantic Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Japan.
What is the antipode of Japan?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Tokyo, Shibuya, the antipode of Japan sits at 35.7S 40.4W, out in the Atlantic Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Japan's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Japan's Antipode
What is the antipode of Japan?
The antipode of Japan, measured from Tokyo, Shibuya, is at 35.7S 40.4W, which lies in the Atlantic Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Japan, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Atlantic Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Tokyo, Shibuya.
Why is Japan's antipode in the ocean?
Oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth and land is unevenly spread, so about 85 percent of all land has its antipode at sea, Japan included.