Japan is a country in East Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Japan that most people don't know.
Japan has over 6,800 islands, but 97% of its population lives on just the four main islands. It has more vending machines per capita than any country — about one for every 23 people.
Japan has the world's oldest company — Kongō Gumi, a construction firm founded in 578 AD.
Japan has more 7-Eleven stores than any other country in the world.
The Japanese have the highest life expectancy in the world at 84 years.
Japan experiences about 1,500 earthquakes per year.
Japan has over 6,800 islands, but 97% of its population lives on just the four main islands. It has more vending machines per capita than any country — about one for every 23 people.
Japan is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Japan's highest peak at 3,776m — a sacred active stratovolcano
Thousands of vivid torii gates winding up a forested mountain in Kyoto
World's tallest broadcasting tower at 634 metres
The preserved A-Bomb Dome — a powerful UNESCO World Heritage site
Japan has over 6,800 islands, but 97% of its population lives on just the four main islands. It has more vending machines per capita than any country — about one for every 23 people.
The capital of Japan is Tokyo.
Japan has a population of approximately 125.7M.
The official language of Japan is Japanese.
Japan gained independence in 660 BCE.
Japan uses the Yen (¥).