Read this article to learn about Japan. Learn about Japan's history, government, economy, geography and climate.

Islands of Japan: Refer to this list to learn about the four main islands of Japan.

Refer to this list to learn about the 47 prefectures of Japan. Learn which prefectures are the largest and which are the smallest.

Geography of Okinawa, Japan: Read this article to learn ten facts about the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa. Learn about Okinawa's geography, history, climate and biodiversity from Geography at About.com.

A nice clear map of Japan from the CIA World FactBook.

Geography of Sendai: Read this article to learn ten facts about Sendai, Japan. Learn about Sendai's history, economy, geography, climate and culture.

Geography of Fukushima Prefecture: Read this article to learn ten facts about Fukushima Prefecture. Learn about Fukushima's history, government, economy, geography and climate.

Geography of Miyagi Prefecture: Read this article to learn ten facts about Japan's Miyagi Prefecture. Learn information about Miyagi Prefecture's history, economy, geography and climate.

A political map, comprehensive data, and flag from the CIA World FactBook.

A free blank outline map of Japan to print out for educational, school, or classroom use.

About.com's fantastic resource for everything about Japan.

A clear and detailed Japan map along with basic geographic facts from Merriam-Webster. The map includes many cities and major physical features.

A nice collection of large detailed maps of Japan from the PCL Map Collection.

Great data and historical information from Infoplease.com.

Comprehensive book-length information from the Library of Congress. Published in 1992.

A great profile, including political history, from the U.S. State Department.

The flag of Japan and everything you ever wanted to know about the flag.