This political map of Japan shows the country's 47 prefectures, their boundaries, and major cities. It includes the national capital, Tokyo, as well as prefecture capitals and major urban centers. The map also depicts the seas surrounding Japan, including the Sea of Japan (East Sea), the Pacific Ocean, and the East China Sea. Notable islands such as Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku, and Honshu, as well as Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands, are clearly marked. A small inset offers a closer look at Japan's southern islands. This map serves as an essential reference for understanding Japan's political divisions and geographic layout.