In This Story: JapanJapan is an island country in East Asia located in the northwest Pacific Ocean. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions. The Greater Tokyo Area is the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with more than 37.4 million residents. Japan is a great power and a member of numerous international organizations, including the United Nations (since 1956), the OECD, and the G7. Japan is a leader in the automotive and electronics industries.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 01, 2024 22:18 UTC